Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia physical examination

Mydah Sajid, MD[1]

Common physical examination findings of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia include anemia, jaundice, and thrombocytopenia.

Physical examination of patients with microangiopathic hemolytic anemia is usually remarkable for^[1][2]:

• High-grade fever
• High blood pressure in patients with renal failure

Skin examination of patients with microangiopathic hemolytic anemia include:

• Skin Pallor
• Conjuctival Pallor
• Jaundice
• Petechia
• Purpura

• Focal muscle weakness
• Slurred speech

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