Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) means that red blood cells break down before they should. This can lead to chronic, highly individual effects that often include bloody urine, anemia, and life-threatening blood clots. Medications, blood transfusions, supplements to replace lost iron, and bone marrow transplants can help treat PNH.
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