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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
- Symptoms & Signs
- Diagnosis & Tests
- Prevention & Expectations
- Treatment & Monitoring
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Treatment & Monitoring
What are the treatments for the condition?
A person with HUS often requires admission to the hospital. Treatment may include:
What are the side effects of the treatments?
All medications have possible side effects, such as allergic reactions, stomach upset, and others. Specific side effects depend on the medications used. Transfusion of blood products may cause allergic reactions or infections in some cases. Dialysis is a complicated treatment that has to be done often. There are many possible side effects, including death.
What happens after treatment for the condition?
Kidney function may be slightly lower even in someone who seems to have recovered fully. The long-term effects of this are unclear. Many people can return to normal activities shortly after recovery. Those with severe kidney damage may require ongoing treatment for life.
How is the condition monitored?
A person who has had HUS is often monitored regularly with complete blood counts, or CBC's, and kidney function tests.