Anemia

Red blood cells are disc-shaped blood cells that carry oxygen to the organs and tissues of your body. Anemia happens when the number of healthy red blood cells in your body is too low. Every part of your body needs a sufficient supply of oxygen to function effectively. Many of the symptoms of anemia, such as fatigue and shortness of breath, are caused by decreased oxygen delivery to your body’s vital organs and tissues. Red blood cells contain an iron-rich protein called hemoglobin. Hemoglobin binds to oxygen in your lungs, allowing red blood cells to carry and deliver it throughout your body. Anemia is measured according to the amount of hemoglobin in your blood. It’s estimated that anemia affected more than There are many different types and causes of anemia. Some types of anemia are mild and can be easily treated, while others can cause potentially serious health complications. This article will take a dive deeper into the different causes, symptoms, and nutritional factors associated with anemia, and will also explain how it’s diagnosed and treated. Red blood cells are produced in your About Any process that has a negative effect on this balance between red blood cell production and destruction can cause anemia. Causes of anemia are generally divided into those that decrease red blood cell production and those that increase red blood cell destruction or loss. Factors that decrease red blood cell production When red blood cell production is lower than normal, more red b...

Anemia occurs when the number of red blood cells circulating in the body decreases. When this happens, the blood cannot provide enough oxygen to the body. A person with anemia may feel tired or weak. Around Other health conditions, such as those that interfere with the body’s production of healthy red blood cells (RBCs) or increase the rate of the breakdown or loss of these cells, can cause anemia. Anemia can lead to symptoms including fatigue, shortness of breath, and lightheadedness. In this article, we explain the types, symptoms, and causes of anemia, as well as the treatments available. There are many forms of anemia, and each type has telltale symptoms. Some common types of anemia include: • iron deficiency anemia • vitamin B12 deficiency anemia • aplastic anemia • hemolytic anemia Iron deficiency anemia The • a diet low in iron • • frequent blood donation • endurance training • certain digestive conditions, such as • medications that irritate the gut lining, such as It can cause symptoms including: • fatigue • lightheadedness • cold extremities Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia Vitamin B12 is essential for the production of RBCs. If a person does not consume or absorb enough B12, their RBC count may be low. Some • difficulty walking • confusion and forgetfulness • vision problems • diarrhea • Aplastic anemia This rare blood condition happens when the bone marrow cannot produce enough new RBCs. It is most often a result of an autoimmune disease that damages stem cells. T...