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Anemia Flashcards

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Definition

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Deficiency in RBC or haemoglobin in blood, leasing to decreased ability to carry oxygen to tissues

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Types

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Microcytic
Normocytic
Macrocytic
Hemolytic

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Microcytic

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Small RBC, caused by thalassemia, iron deficiency and lead poisioning

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Normocytic

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A reduced number of RBC, caused by chronic diseases, kidney failure & acute blood loss

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Macrocytic

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Hugely sized RBC due to B12 deficiency and certain medications

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Hemolytic

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RBC are destroyed more than produced due to AIDS

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Treatment

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Dietary(food containing high iron, B12 folate)
Erythropoiesis stimulating agents(for bone marrow produce more RBC)
Blood transfusion

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