What disorders can cause autoimmune hemolytic anemia?

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What disorders can cause autoimmune hemolytic anemia?

There are several autoimmune diseases associated with secondary AIHA. They include:

  • Lupus.
  • Rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Sjogren’s syndrome.
  • Thyroid disease.
  • Ulcerative colitis.
  • Hashimoto’s disease.

Sometimes, viruses can cause AIHA to develop, though the anemia goes away once the infection is treated. Common viruses that may be linked to AIHA include:

  • Epstein-Barr virus.
  • Measles.
  • Mumps.
  • Rubella.
  • Atypical pneumonia.
  • Varicella, the virus that causes chickenpox.
  • HIV.
  • Hepatitis.
  • Cytomegalovirus.

Medications associated with AIHA include:

  • Antibiotics.
  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
  • Anti-cancer drugs.

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