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Abstract
Pregnancy is a state of high metabolic demand. Anemia and thrombocytopenia, commonly as a result of the normal
dilutional effect of increased plasma volume during pregnancy, are frequently seen in pregnant women but are
not severe enough to require intervention unless aggravated by deficiency of micronutrients. Nutritional deficiency
related anemia is often seen in developing countries. In this study, we describe seven cases of severe thrombocytopenia,
anemia and leukopenia (pancytopenia) from the same geographic locality and similar clinical presentation.
The cases were referred to the Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH) for investigation and treatment. Potential
causes, methods of prevention and treatment options are discussed along with relevant clinical and laboratory
findings of the cases.
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The Ethiopian Medical Journal (EMJ) is the official Journal of the Ethiopian Medical Association (EMA) and devoted to the advancement and dissemination of knowledge pertaining to the broad field of medicine in Ethiopia and other developing countries. Prospective contributors to the Journal should take note of the instructions of Manuscript preparation and submission to EMJ as outlined below.
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