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Anaemia is a blood disorder. Anaemia is the most common blood disorder in the US It affects about 3.5 million Americans. Women and people with chronic illnesses are at increased risk of anaemia. Anemia is a condition where there is a lower than normal red blood cells in the blood, usually measured by a decrease in the amount of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the oxygen carrying red blood cells. It gives these blood cells their red color. There are many forms of anemia, each with its own cause. Anemia can be temporary or long term, and it can range from mild to severe. The cause varies with the type of anemia.
Causes include the potential loss of blood, poor nutrition, disease, medication reactions and various problems of the bone marrow, where blood cells are made. Iron deficiency anaemia is more common in women who have heavy periods. Risk factors include heavy periods, pregnancy, older age, and diseases that cause anemia. If your child has anemia, the first symptoms might be mild skin paleness, and decreased pinkness of the lips and nailbeds. These changes happen gradually, though, so they may be difficult to notice. Other common signs of anemia include irritability ,fatigue and dizziness, lightheadedness, and a rapid heartbeat.
People with more severe anemia often report dyspnea (shortness of breath) on exertion. There are many different treatments for anemia and the treatment depends on severity and the cause. Folic acid and vitamin B12 supplements may be prescribed if the anemia is traced to a deficiency of these nutrients. Bone marrow transplantation may be considered in some cases of sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, and aplastic anemia. Anemia is treated by iron supplementation with ferrous sulfate or ferrous gluconate. Vitamin C may aid in the body's ability to absorb iron. Blood transfusions and the medication erythropoietin will correct anemia.
Anemia Treatment and Prevention Tips
1. Well-balanced diet is also recommeded.
2. Avoiding suspect medications, treating related infections.
3. Bone marrow transplantation may be considered in some cases.
4. Folic acid deficiency anemia is treated with folic acid supplements.
5. Steroids or gamma globulin can help suppress your immune system's attack.
6. Vitamin C may aid in the body's ability to absorb iron.
7. Blood transfusions will correct anemia.
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