Sign and symptoms of anemia

Folate is a B vitamin that your body needs to work properly. Folate is especially important for people who are pregnant. Folate deficiency occurs when your body doesn’t get enough folate. Symptoms include fatigue, weakness, mouth sores and neurological issues. Folate deficiency can be prevented by eating a diet rich in foods that contain folate. Overview What is folate deficiency? Folate deficiency is when your blood lacks the amount of vitamin B9 (folate) it needs to function properly. Folate deficiency can cause a wide range of symptoms and complications. What is folate? Folate is a B vitamin found naturally in many of the foods you eat. These foods include leafy greens, citrus fruits, nuts, beans, peas, seafood, eggs, dairy, meat, poultry and grains. Your body needs folate to make new What is folic acid? Folic acid is a manmade (synthetic) form of folate. Your body can’t store large amounts of natural folate. But your body can easily absorb folic acid. As a result, it’s added to some of the foods you eat. Grains such as rice, bread, pasta and some cereals are enriched (fortified) with folic acid. Folic acid is also available as a What complications can occur due to folate deficiency? When you don’t get enough folate, several complications can occur. Folate deficiency during pregnancy Folate deficiency during pregnancy can cause severe complications. Folate is important for the growth of the fetus's brain and spinal cord. Folate deficiency can cause severe birth defects ...

Your RBCs contain hemoglobin, an iron-containing protein that carries oxygen throughout your body. When you don’t have enough of these cells, or when they’re not functioning as they should, you can feel low in energy, and you may also have other symptoms, such as feeling cold all the time, headaches, and dizziness. • Malnutrition due to a diet low in vitamin B12, iron, or protein • Gastrointestinal (GI) disease that leads to impaired absorption of dietary nutrients • Rapid bleeding after an injury • Surgical blood loss • Slow, chronic blood loss due to gastrointestinal bleeding, bladder disease, or • Congenital (present at birth) RBC disorders, such as • • Chronic liver or kidney disease • Lead exposure, such as from lead paint or contaminated water • Infections, such as Some of these conditions, like traumatic blood loss, cause sudden and severe anemia. For example, some types of cancer, such as pancreatic cancer, may worsen rapidly, leading to an abrupt onset of anemia. In contrast, lead toxicity or liver disease can progress slowly, leading to a gradual progression of anemia. It is never safe to leave anemia untreated. If you develop any signs of anemia, such as pale skin, headaches, dizziness, or fatigue, you should make an appointment to see a healthcare provider as soon as possible. Blood tests can help Blood tests for anemia include: • • • Further tests may be done to look for the underlying cause. Signs of Severe Anemia Anemia can range in severity. Even mild anemi...

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