Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD Heavy periods that cause blood loss can lead to iron deficiency anemia.Puberty, ...

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 ...

FDA approves Mitapivat, the first oral treatment for thalassemia anemia, helping reduce transfusion needs and raise ...

A person with anemia of chronic disease has decreased red blood cells despite having “normal” or increased iron stores in their body. It can occur in people with underlying inflammatory conditions, ...

Anemia is a common complication of HIV. There are numerous possible causes, including HIV itself, related infections, and some HIV medications. Taking certain medications and adjusting nutrition may ...

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Virtually every cell in the body requires iron in order to function well. Iron is involved in key bodily processes, including the transportation of oxygen in the blood. It also plays a central role in ...

Having an episiotomy, a surgical cut to the vagina during childbirth, doubles the risk of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) in ...

Anemia is a common finding in patients with diabetes due to the high burden of chronic kidney disease in this population. Anemia is more prevalent and is found earlier in patients with diabetes than ...

Lately it seems that you're in the midst of a personal energy crisis. You greatest fantasy consits of sleeping in, and you need at least three (OK, four) cups of coffee to make it through the workday.