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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
Anemia is a disorder in which the body's tissues don't get enough oxygen due to insufficient healthy red blood cells. There are several types anemia with various causes, the most common being iron-deficiency anemia which is a result of insufficient iron. Iron is required to produce haemoglobin, a substance in the red blood cells which help carry oxygen.
Feel lightheaded
Fatigue
Abnormalities in sense of taste
Easily fatigued
Unintentional weight loss of more than 5% or 1-2kg in a month
Dizziness
Feel unsteady or floating when I am standing
Fatigue that is worst in the morning
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose anemia
Have you had any lightheadedness recently?
Do you feel fatigued?
Have you felt your sense of taste has changed recently?
Do you get tired easily?
Have you had unintentional weight loss of more than 2 kgs in a month?
Treatment of anemia depends on the cause. Incase of iron deficiency anemia, iron may be taken orally as supplements or injected into the vein. Severe cases of anemia may require blood transfusion. Dietary modifications are necessary.
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References
Williams MD, Wheby MS. Anemia in pregnancy. Med Clin North Am. 1992 May;76(3):631-47. doi: 10.1016/s0025-7125(16)30344-3. PMID: 1578961.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0025712516303443?via%3Dihub
Schümann K, Solomons NW. Perspective: What Makes It So Difficult to Mitigate Worldwide Anemia Prevalence? Adv Nutr. 2017 May 15;8(3):401-408. doi: 10.3945/an.116.013847. PMID: 28507005; PMCID: PMC5421119.
https://academic.oup.com/advances/article/8/3/401/4558077
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