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Anyone (male or female) with G6PD was BORN with it!

People that are G6PD deficient are so because of a mutated gene on the X chromosome. In some cases, the symptoms do not appear later on in life as red cell production decreases; however, the person is deficient from conception, as their body is unable to to make any, or enough, g6pd. To put it in laymen's terms, G6PD is involved in a cellular process that helps your red blood cell's ability to fight oxidative stress. Too much stress, they die, and so can your body. However, if all foods, meds and other contraindicated substances are avoided (just like Superman avoided Kryptonite), most people can do quite well and live symptom free!

For the most up to date and accurate information on the web concerning G6PD go to: g6pddeficiency.org
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