Anemia
How Do I Know If I Have Anemia?
To diagnose anemia, your doctor will likely do the following:
Take your medical history
Perform a physical exam
Order laboratory tests
You can help by providing detailed answers about your symptoms, family medical history, diet, medications you take, alcohol intake, and ethnic background. Your doctor will look for symptoms of anemia and other physical clues that might [...]
Understanding Anemia - Symptoms
What Are the Symptoms?
The symptoms of anemia vary according to the type of anemia, the underlying cause, and any underlying health problems. Anemia may be associated with other medical conditions such as hemorrhage, ulcers, menstrual problems or cancer — and specific symptoms of those conditions may be noticed first.
The body also has a remarkable ability [...]
Understanding Anemia - the Basics
Anemia is a condition that develops when your blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells. These cells are the main transporters of oxygen to organs. If red blood cells are also deficient in hemoglobin, then your body isn’t getting enough iron. Symptoms of anemia — like fatigue — occur because organs aren’t getting enough oxygen.
Anemia [...]
