What is ANEMIA?

ANEMIA is condition wherein there is a lock of healthy red blood cells

ANEMIA Iron deficiency anemia is the most commonTrusted Source form of anemia, and
blood loss is often the cause. Blood loss can lead to low levels of iron in the
to carry oxygen in the body tissues and organ. blood, causing anemia.
Other causes of anemia due to blood loss include:
*gastrointestinal conditions, such as hemorrhoids, cancer, or gastritis, The
use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen,
Heavy menstrual bleeding
 Decreased or impaired RBCs
There are many form of anemia and each type has telltale symptoms. Some Bone marrow is the soft, spongy tissue at the center of bones, and it plays an
common types of anemia include: essential role in creating RBCs. The marrow produces stem cells, which develop
into RBCs, white blood cells, and platelets.
 Iron deficiency anemia  Destruction of RBCs
The most common form of anemia, iron deficiency anemia involves the body RBCs typically have a life span of 120 daysTrusted Source. However, the body
producing too few RBCs due to a lack of iron in the body. It may develop as a may destroy or remove them before they complete their natural life cycle in the
result of: bloodstream.
*a diet low in iron *heavy menstruation *frequent blood donation *endurance  Treatment
 How long can I have ANEMIA ? training There is a range of treatmentsTrusted Source for anemia. Each aims to increase a
With treatment, most people recover from iron deficiency anemia in 2 to 3 *certain digestive conditions,such as Crohn’s disease person’s RBC count, which increases the amount of oxygen in the blood.
months. You may need to take iron supplements for several months longer, *medications that irritate the gut lining, such as ibuprofen.. *Iron-deficiency anemia *Vitamin deficiency anemia
though to build up your reserves iron. It can cause symptoms including: *Thalassemia *Anemia due to chronic disease
*fatigue *Lightheadedness *cold extremities *Aplastic anemia *Hemolytic anemia
 SYMPTOMS OF ANEMIA  Diet
The most common symptoms of anemia is FATIGUE  Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia If nutritional deficiencies are responsible for anemia, eating more iron-rich foods
Other common symptoms includes: Vitamin B12 is essential for the production of RBCs. If a person does not can help.
 Pallid complexion consume or absorb enough B12, their RBC count may be low. Some foods that are high in ironTrusted Source include:
 A fast or irregular heartbeat *difficulty walking *confusion and forgetfulness *iron-fortified cereal and bread *pulses and beans
 Shortness of breath *vision problems *diarrhea *brown rice *nuts and seeds
 Chest pain *glossitis, which is a smooth, red tongue *Fish * tofu
 Headache *Eggs *dried fruits, including apricots, raisins, and prunes
 Lightheadedness  Aplastic anemia  Risk factors
 Cold hands and feet  This rare blood condition happens when the bone marrow cannot Anemia can occur in people of all ages, sexes, and ethnicities.
 Weakness produce enough new RBCs. It is most often a result of an autoimmune  Diagnosis
disease that damages stem cells. There are various ways to diagnose anemia, but the most common method
It can cause symptoms such : involves a blood test called a complete blood count (CBC). This test measures a
 Fatigue frequent infections number of components,
 skin rashes bruising easily
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 Hemolytic Anemia
This type of anemia happens when RBCs are destroyed faster than the body can
produce new ones. A variety of conditions can cause this, such as autoimmune
diseases, infections, bone marrow problems, and inherited conditions such as
sickle cell disease and thalassemia.
Hemolytic anemia can cause
Dizziness Weakness Jaundice
Dark urine Fever Abdominal pain
 Causes
The body needs RBCs to survive. They transport hemoglobin, a complex protein
that attaches to iron molecules. These molecules carry oxygen from the lungs to
the rest of the body.
Three main causes of ANEMIA
 Blood loss
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