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Anemia of chronic disease Flashcards

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Anemia of chronic disease

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Normocytic
Normochromic

Associated with chronic inflammation, infection, Renal failure in malignancy

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Causes of anemia of chronic disease

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Unclear
Involves decreased erythrocyte lifespan

Second most common cause of anemia

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Signs and symptoms of anemia of chronic disease

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Fatigue
Weakness
Dyspnea on exertion
Anorexia

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Lab in Diagnostics of Anemia of chronic disease

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  • normal MCV, MCHC
    Low hbg, HCT
    Low iron and TIBC
    High ferritin > 100
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Management of anemia of chronic disease

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Treat associated disease

Provide nutritional support

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