Warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA) is an autoimmune condition in which red blood cells are destroyed prematurely, resulting in a decrease in the body's red blood cell count. wAIHA is referred to as warm because the antibodies that attach to red blood cells to cause their destruction are most active at normal body temperature.
Fatigue and dizziness
Paleness of skin
Shortness of breath and difficulty breathing
Mild splenomegaly (enlargement/inflammation of the spleen)
Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
Heart palpitations
The following tests can be used to confirm a diagnosis of wAIHA:
Explore the treatment options available for wAIHA:
wAIHA is a rare disease that requires more effective treatment options. To find these new treatments for wAIHA, further research is necessary.
Discover our featured study below. If the SApHiAre study is not right for you, there are approximately 8 wAIHA research studies that are actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov to find wAIHA research studies near you.
Learn more about the warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA) SApHiAre clinical study and how you or a loved one can participate.
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