Anemia is a common condition that often can be overlooked. The symptoms may be vague -- fatigue and lightheadedness or even looking extremely pale all caused by too few red blood cells in the body.

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Anemia is a common condition that often can be overlooked. The symptoms may be vague: fatigue and lightheadedness or even looking extremely pale all caused by too few red blood ...

Anemia, having a lower than normal amount of red blood cells or hemoglobin, is the most common blood disorder in the U.S. Red blood cells’ iron-rich protein called hemoglobin carries oxygen from the ...

In normochromic anemia, which is a type of blood disorder, red blood cells have typical concentrations of hemoglobin and are typical in color. It may result from underlying conditions, and treatment ...

Q: What causes anemia, and is a blood transfusion the only treatment? A: Red blood cells are a critical component of our blood. They are "loaded" with oxygen in the lungs, and then along with the rest ...

Anemia in chronic kidney disease (CKD) causes the body to produce too few red blood cells. People with advanced kidney disease tend to develop this condition, and it can increase the risk of negative ...

Anemia and hemolytic anemia are both conditions that result in too few red blood cells (RBCs). Their causes are different, but both have similar symptoms and can lead to long-term complications. Share ...

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Anemia in RA patients increases mortality risk, with iron deficiency anemia doubling all-cause mortality and non-iron deficiency anemia doubling CVD-related mortality. Inflammation is a key factor ...

Polychromasia refers to the different colors your red blood cells (RBCs) appear under a microscope. It's not a diagnosis but anemia, infection, blood loss, or cancer can cause polychromasia. These ...

While anemia is not a typical symptom of IBS, people with IBS may develop anemia if they cannot absorb enough iron from their food. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder ...