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Anemia
A condition marked by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, resulting in paleness and fatigue.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Is there a cure for anemia?
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Do a lot of people get anemia?
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How can anemia affect a child?
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Is there a treatment for anemia?
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Is ice chewing a symptom of anemia?
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Is fatigue a real symptom of anemia?
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Should I see a doctor if I have anemia?
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When should i see a doctor about anemia?
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What is a good way to bounce back from anemia?
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A 60-year old asked:
extreme anemia for a 60 yr. old woman -causes?
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A 37-year old asked:
How to figure if i have anemia at home without seeing a doctor?
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A 19-year old female asked:
I have a persistent anemia but I eat like everyone should, what's wrong?
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A 32-year old asked:
How long can I wait with anemia to see if it goes away without seeing a doctor?
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A 38-year old asked:
Is there any medicines I could buy like at a convinient store to treat my anemia?
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A 21-year old female asked:
Is there a way to know if we have anemia without visiting the doctor and doing tests?
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A 25-year old female asked:
HOW TO KNOW IF A PERSON HAS ANEMIA? AND IF HE/SHE HAD HOW CAN IT BE CURED OR PREVENTED ?
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A female asked:
Could anemia be making me feel cold? I feel cold a lot, even during the summer. Is anemia a possible explanation of this?
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A 28-year old female asked:
I have anemia and I am trying to see if there is a way I can find out what kind of anemia it is and how to fix it without it coasting me a lot?
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A 21-year old asked:
I had unexplained anemia in 2009, I understand this is unusual for a male, they put it down to my diet, can that simply be the reason? Im worried stil
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A 43-year old asked:
Is sickle recessive anemia a sex-linked disease?
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A 43-year old asked:
Is it possible to have anemia but still have a good iron level?
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A 43-year old asked:
Help please! Is anemia a fatal condition if not treated properly?
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A 38-year old asked:
What life threathening complications can severe anemia gives a person?
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How can the elevation in colorado springs affect a person with anemia?
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A member asked:
Should I see a specialist for anemia, or can my regular doctor take care of it?
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A 30-year old asked:
Can you tell me how many eggs should I eat in a day to cure anemia and weakness ?
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A 56-year old female asked:
If eating ice a lot is a sign or symptom of anemia & my labs are negative why do I crave or want ice?
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A 21-year old asked:
Im struggling with severe anemia and am constantly tired. Is it bad to push myself to get a 40 min run in daily?
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A 31-year old asked:
How can I eat better for hematopoiesis? I suffer from anemia. Is there a diet that could help improve overall hematopoiesis?
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A 21-year old female asked:
Odd question, whenever I run the underside of my tongue painfully throbs. Heard this could be a sign of anemia. Any other issues I should worry about?
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