PEM Pearls

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December 2015 PEM Pearl Question

What is the likeliest cause of anemia in this 2 year-old?

 

A) Thalassemia

 

B) Iron deficiency

 

C) Sickle cell disease

 

D) Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia

 

E) Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome