Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD Heavy periods that cause blood loss can lead to iron deficiency anemia.Puberty, perimenopause, and certain chronic illnesses can increase the risk of anemia from ...

Authors of a recent review explored the complex relationship between CKD, COVID-19, and anemia and offered practice points based on clinical experience. Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) ...

Anemia affects 1 in 5 older adults but is often undiagnosed or misattributed. Oral iron remains first-line treatment, though IV infusions help many patients. Low hemoglobin levels may signal ...

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is proud to announce the early success of its groundbreaking Anemia in Pregnancy Quality Improvement Initiative.

Doctors diagnose anemia when a blood test shows hemoglobin levels of less than 13.5 grams per deciliter (g/dL) for men or 12.0 g/dL for women. If you have slightly higher red blood cell counts and ...

Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a disorder that affects a person’s blood. Some research indicates that hundreds of thousands of people around the world experience this condition. SCA is a genetic blood ...

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been linked to higher heart failure (HF) risk. Anemia is a common consequence of CKD, and recent evidence suggests that anemia is a risk factor for HF. The ...

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