Conditions and Illness Anemia

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Anemia is a condition where there aren't enough red blood cells (RBCs) to carry oxygen through the body.

There are different kinds of anemia, with different causes: loss of blood, not enough iron in a person's diet, or when the body doesn't make enough RBCs. Each type has it's own treatment.

  • Anaemia  - Tells what causes it, who can get it, signs and symptoms, tests, treatment, prevention, and when to see the doctor.
  • Anemia  - Explains how red blood cells are made, what anemia is, why people get it, what doctors do, and how this condition is treated.
  • Iron and Teens: A Guide to Anemia Prevention  - Looks at what iron is, why it's important, anemia and causes, diet guidelines, food chart, and nutrition tips.
  • TeensHealth: Anemia  - Describes what red blood cells do, how they're made in the body, three causes of anemia, symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and different treatments.
 
 
 
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