Zinc-induced anemia and neutropenia in an adolescent |
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Authors: | Porea T J Belmont J W Mahoney D H |
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Affiliation: | Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA. |
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Abstract: | We report an adolescent who developed anemia, leukopenia, and neutropenia after prolonged use of over-the-counter zinc for treatment of acne. Hypocupremia and sideroblastic anemia may result from long-term or excessive exposure to zinc. |
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