1. Iron Deficiency Anemia Article describing symptoms and treatments for anemia. http://www.mamashealth.com/nutrition/anemia.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Blood Diseases Agnogenic Metaplasia Amyloidosis Aplastic Anemia Diabetes ... Von Willebrand's Disease Links Email Mama What is Iron Deficiency Anemia? Iron Deficiency Anemia (also called IDA) is a condition where a person has inadequate amounts of iron to meet body demands. It is a decrease in the amount of red cells in the blood caused by having too little iron. IDA is usually caused by a diet insufficient in iron or from blood loss. Blood loss can be acute as in hemorrhage or trauma or long term as in heavy menstruation. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common form of anemia. About 20% of women, 50% of pregnant women, and 3% of men are iron deficient. Iron deficiency anemia and sickle cell anemia are VERY DIFFERENT. To read about sickle cell anemia, click here Some people with iron deficiency anemia always feel cold. They feel cold because iron plays a role in regulating the body's temperature. What is Iron? Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin, the oxygen carrying pigment in the blood. Iron is normally obtained through the food in the diet. Iron is part of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying component of the blood. Iron-deficient people tire easily because their bodies are starved for oxygen. Iron is also part of myoglobin. Myoglobin helps muscle cells store oxygen. Without enough iron, the body's fuel cannot be properly synthesized.

2. Aplastic Anemia & Myelodysplastic Syndromes International Foundation, Inc. - Ser Aplastic anemia MDS (Myelodysplastic Syndromes) International Foundation, Inc. providing patient assistance and emotional support, educational materials http://www.aamds.org/

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3. Anemia, Evaluation Of - Hematology - MedStudents M¡rcia Datz, Pediatric Resident University of S£o Paulo Brazil. Definition, symptoms, testing, and types of anemia. http://www.medstudents.com.br/hemat/hemat4.htm

Click here for the best health/medical advertising solution! 55% revenue for your site! Hematology Home Search Approach to the Patient with Anemia Author: Márcia Datz , Pediatric Resident University of São Paulo - Brazil Introduction Anemia is a commonly encountered clinical condition that is caused by an acquired or hereditary abnormality of red blood cells (RBC) or its precursors, or may be a manifestation of an nonhematologic disorder. Definition Anemia is defined as a decrease in the circulating RBC mass and a corresponding decrease in the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Normal values of the hemogram: TEST WOMEN MEN Ht (%) 36-48 40-52 Hg (g/dl) 12-16 13,5-17,7 Hem 4,0-5,4 4,5-6,0 VCM 80-100 80-100 A decrease in any of this values (Ht, Hg, Hem) is called anemia. They can be altered by the plasmatic volumes.Diference between women and men values are due to androgen hormones. Signs and Symptoms The clinical manifestations vary with the age, degree and rapidity of onset, presence of subjacent illness and other factors. Mild anemia are often assymptomatic. The main symptoms are exercise dyspnea, fatigue, palpitation, pica (consumption of substances such as ice, starch or clay, frequently found in iron deficiency anemia), syncope (particularly following exercise) and bounding pulse. Dizziness, headache, syncope, tinnitus or vertigo, irritability, difficulty sleeping or concentrating are more frequent in severe chronic anemia.

4. Anemia Lifeline - Anemia Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of anemia. http://www.anemia.com/

pageon = "home"; subpageon = "home"; Could you be suffering from anemia associated with a number of serious diseases? Those at risk include people with chronic kidney disease diabetes heart disease , and cancer ; chronic inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease ; and persistent infections such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) To learn more, take a minute to explore this Web site. Increase awareness of the signs and symptoms of anemia associated with serious diseases; Provide educational materials about this type of anemia to patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals; Encourage people who may be suffering from anemia to seek diagnosis and treatment; and Promote the understanding that treating anemia can help patients with serious diseases live healthier and more productive lives. Search Privacy Statement

5. Meisha's Hope - Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Information and hope for dogs that suffer from this disease along with its description, therapy and symptoms. Stories of other survivors are also told. http://www.cloudnet.com/~jdickson

MEISHA'S HOPE A GUIDE to CANINE AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA Meisha's Hope Treatment FAQ Meisha's Story A New Hope Success Stories tissue autopsy revealed she died of amyloidosis probably caused by the long-standing AIHA. This site is dedicated to her and all the other dogs and their families who struggle with autoimmune hemolytic anemia. WHAT IS AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA (AIHA)? Lets define the terms of the disease one at a time. "Autoimmune" literally means the immunity against the self."Hemolytic" is the destruction of red blood cells. "Anemia" is a clinical sign, not a disease. Anemia is defined as a decrease in the number of red blood cells (RBC's) or the amount of hemoglobin, resulting in a decrease in the oxygen- carrying capacity of the blood. spherocyte occurs. Finding spherocytes on a blood smear almost guarantees that some form of hemolytic anemia is occurring. Since this disorder does not stop the production of red blood cells, there are usually immature red blood cells in the bloodstream which can be detected on the blood smears as well. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA?

6. Iron & Anemia - Ask The Dietitian Answers questions commonly asked about iron and role it has in consumer diet. http://www.dietitian.com/iron.html

Anemia I am a 33 year old married mother of one. I have what I feel is an embarrassing and possibly life threatening disorder. Some years ago I was diagnosed as being anemic. The iron level was so low that the doctor asked if I ate or craved anything unusual. I told him that I crave and chew ice quite often. The doctor explained that this was a pica and I should stop chewing the ice because it was effecting my body's ability to absorb iron. What I did not tell the doctor is that I crave and chew plain white paper (typing paper). I have done this since I was a teenager and chew about 2 pages per day. I have never discussed this problem with anyone. Can you help me with my questions: Have you ever heard of a pica and of someone craving paper? Is this detrimental to my health? I fear that I have a large quantity of paper or chemicals stored somewhere in my body as a result of this disorder? Is there anything I can do to stop the paper and ice cravings? Check out the second to last question in children topic as it deals with pica. You have iron deficiency anemia and need to take iron supplements with

7. Monkey Maddness - ANEMIA CAUSED BY ONIONS Article on onion toxicity in monkeys, dogs and cats. http://www.monkeymaddness.com/articles/onions.html

ANEMIA CAUSED BY ONIONS Written by Margaret A. Wissman (This article was in the Simian, the SSA's monthly newsletter, some time ago.) As a veterinarian, I have known for many years that onions, whether fresh, cooked or dehydrated, can cause anemia in pets. I remember reading a case report years ago concerning a small dog that ate a good portion of a bag of fresh, whole onions one day while his owner was at work, and the dog was near death when discovered by his frantic owner. However, I continually read stories (including one in the most recent Simian Society Newsletter) about owners feeding onions to their monkeys, and I realize that most people have no idea of the dangers of feeding onions. So, I thought it would be a good idea to educate owners about onions. Let's now cut through all this medical jargon. What exactly does happen when onions are consumed? Simply put, onions cause red blood cells to become unable to function properly, then causing them to rupture. This cause anemia. What clinical signs will occur with onion toxicosis? The signs that you see will depend on the amount of onions consumed, the length of time they have been fed, and the size of the animal. Gums (mucous membranes) may appear pale if there is moderate or severe anemia/ If lots of RBCs have ruptured, there may be hemoglobin in the urine, causing it to appear reddish or brown, or the tissues may become jaundiced. Weakness, depression, rapid heart rate and rapid respiratory rate may be observed as a result of there not being enough oxygen reaching the tissues (hypoxia). Vomiting, decreased appetite and diarrhea may also occur. Blood tests taken by your veterinarian will show certain characteristics. Heinz-bodies can be seen on blood smears and the packed cell volume will be decreased, indicating anemia. As the body tries to replace the damaged blood cells, certain characteristics may also be seen in the blood. Hemoglobin may be seen in the urine.

8. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Anemia A definition of anemia and lists specific types with links for further investigation. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000560.htm

@import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Anemia Contents of this page: Illustrations Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms ... Calling your health care provider Illustrations Red blood cells, sickle cell Red blood cells, elliptocytosis Red blood cells, spherocytosis Red blood cells, multiple sickle cells ... Hemoglobin Definition Return to top Anemia is a lower than normal number of red blood cells (erythrocytes) in the blood, usually measured by a decrease in the amount of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the red pigment in red blood cells that transports oxygen. There are many types and potential causes of anemia. For information about a specific type of anemia, see one of the following articles: Anemia - B12 deficiency Anemia - folate deficiency Anemia - iron deficiency Anemia due to chronic disease Hemolytic anemia Hemolytic anemia - G-6-PD deficiency Idiopathic aplastic anemia Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia ... Immune hemolytic anemia Immune hemolytic anemia - drug-induced Megaloblastic anemia Pernicious anemia Secondary aplastic anemia Sickle cell anemia Causes, incidence, and risk factors

9. Welcome To The American Sickle Cell Anemia Association The American Sickle Cell anemia Association of Cleveland Ohio. http://www.ascaa.org/

A United Way Agency Categories Who We Are Mission Statement Board of Trustees Executive Director ... Events NEW Events posted! Make a Donation (Online or Mail) Message Board Research ... Home Find Out Here! Welcome to The American Sickle Cell Association web site. Please visit often to get the latest news and available information. What's coming up... THANK YOU NEW YORK KNICKS! THANK YOU TO MALCOLM-JAMAL WARNER! The Kevin Carter Foundation Click Here for more information Visitors to this site. Updated 06/25/05 *Information relayed on this site is collective, and has been accumulated over time from various factual sources, medical journals and general entities about sickle cell anemia and its disease variants. For specific printed matter, useful for citing text information, please contact us and we will forward printed matter to you. The materials on www.ascaa.org Please note that while ASCAA makes a conscientious attempt to make certain that information on our site is current and accurate, any errors or exclusions are not the liability of ASCAA. All information on our Message Board is subject to public response, therefore, while we will make our best effort to display accurate information, it is not the liability of ASCAA if any misinformation is submitted through the public message board (direct request, should be sent to ASCAA via email, mail or phone.)

10. National Anemia Action Council NAAC Anemia Symptoms Signs Causes Offers research information about anemia associated with end stage renal disease,chronic kidney disease, cancer, HIV, rheumatoid arthritis, heart disease http://www.anemia.org/

11. Anemia Lifeline - Anemia Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of anemia. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

12. Anemia Provides information on anemia symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Treating anemiacan help patients with serious diseases, such as chronic kidney disease, http://www.anemia.com/overview/overviewwhatis.html

pageon = "overview"; subpageon = "overviewwhatis"; document.write(""); According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), anemia affects approximately 3.4 million Americans, people of all ages and from all walks of life. Anemia affects approximately 3.4 million Americans, people of all ages and from all walks of life. The blood in our bodies is composed of three types of cells (red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) that circulate throughout the body. Red blood cells contain hemoglobin (Hb), a red, iron-rich protein that carries oxygen from the lungs to all of the body's muscles and organs. Oxygen provides the energy the body needs for all of its normal activities. Anemia occurs when the number of red blood cells (or the Hb in them) falls below normal and the body gets less oxygen and therefore has less energy than it needs to function properly. Anemia may become worse if it is not treated, and it can lead to potentially serious, even life-threatening complications. When the number of red blood cells decreases, the heart works harder, pumping more blood to send more oxygen throughout the body. If the heart works too hard, it can develop a rapid heartbeat (tachycardia), and/or another serious condition known as left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), an enlargement of the heart muscle that in turn can lead to heart failure. Search Privacy Statement

13. Iron And Teens: A Guide To Anemia Prevention Provides a description of the condition and lists food sources that includes iron. http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/iron.html

Health Information for Teens Iron and Teens: A Guide to Anemia Prevention What is iron? Why do I need to make sure that I get enough? Iron is a mineral that helps to build red blood cells, muscle proteins, and healthy bones. Most importantly, iron helps the blood cells to carry the oxygen it needs for energy. During the teenage years, the need for iron increases. It is especially important for girls who have started menstruating. Getting the right amount of iron also improves performance in sports and in school too. How much iron do I need? Iron is measured in milligrams, and the amount you need will depend on your age, whether you or a guy or a girl, your particular body size and your lifestyle. In general, though, you can use these guidelines: Girls age 9-13: 8 mg/day Girls age 14-18: 15 mg/day What is anemia? Anemia is a condition in which you don't have enough red blood cells. The most common cause is not enough iron in your diet or losing iron because of heavy menstrual periods. With anemia, you may feel weak and tired a lot, and you may look pale. Your health care provider may recommend a multivitamin with iron if it looks like you are not getting enough. You are most at risk for anemia when you don't eat enough foods rich in iron. If you are already anemic, your health care provider will probably suggest an iron supplement. What can I do to make sure I get enough iron in the foods I eat?

14. Anemia Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment All about anemia symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Find out how treating anemia can help patients with serious diseases, such as chronic kidney http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

15. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Sickle Cell Anemia Illustrated article gives definition, causes, treatment, and risk factors. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000527.htm

@import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Sickle cell anemia Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Red blood cells, sickle cell Red blood cells, normal Red blood cells, multiple sickle cells Red blood cells, sickle cells ... Blood cells Alternative names Return to top Anemia - sickle cell; Hemoglobin SS disease (Hb SS); Sickle cell disease Definition Return to top Sickle cell anemia is an inherited disease in which the red blood cells, normally disc-shaped, become crescent shaped. As a result, they function abnormally and cause small blood clots. These clots give rise to recurrent painful episodes called "sickle cell pain crises." Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Sickle cell anemia is caused by an abnormal type of hemoglobin called hemoglobin S. Hemoglobin is a protein inside red blood cells that carries oxygen. Hemoglobin S, however, reduces the amount of oxygen inside the cells, distoring their shape. The fragile, sickle-shaped cells deliver less oxygen to the body's tissues, and can break into pieces that disrupt blood flow. Sickle cell anemia is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait , which means it occurs in someone who has inherited hemoglobin S from both parents. Sickle cell disease is much more common in certain ethnic groups, affecting approximately one out of every 500 African Americans. Someone who inherits hemoglobin S from one parent and normal hemoglobin (A) from the other parent will have

16. MedlinePlus Anemia anemia http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

17. MedlinePlus: Anemia anemia. Overviews; anemia (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Women; anemia (National Women s Health Information Center) http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/anemia.html

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Other health topics: A B C D ... List of All Topics Anemia Contents of this page: News Overviews Diagnosis/Symptoms Treatment ... Information from the Medical Encyclopedia Search MEDLINE/PubMed for recent research articles on Anemia: General Aplastic Hemolytic You may also be interested in these MedlinePlus related pages: Folic Acid Sickle Cell Anemia Blood/Lymphatic System Latest News Blood Disorder Has Little Impact on Pregnancy (09/09/2005, Reuters Health) Better Infant Iron Deficiency Test (08/23/2005, United Press International) Gene Discovery Sheds Light on Causes of Rare Disease, Cancer (08/21/2005, National Institute on Aging) Overviews Anemia (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Anemia: When Low Iron Is the Cause (American Academy of Family Physicians) Also available in: Spanish Diagnosis/Symptoms Blood Smear (American Association for Clinical Chemistry) Complete Blood Count (American Association for Clinical Chemistry) Ferritin Test (American Association for Clinical Chemistry) Hemoglobin Variants (American Association for Clinical Chemistry) Serum Iron Test (American Association for Clinical Chemistry) (American Association for Clinical Chemistry) Understanding Your Complete Blood Count (National Institutes of Health, Clinical Center) - Links to PDF

18. Iron Deficiency Anemia Signs And Symptoms November 8, 2000 Iron Deficiency anemia Signs And Symptoms By Lee Phillips, M.D. PersonalMD.com Medical Advisory Board http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

19. Anemia anemia, one of the more common blood disorders, occurs when the number of healthyred blood cells decreases in the body. Learn about the different types of http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/heart/anemia.html

KidsHealth Parents Medical Problems Anemia, one of the more common blood disorders, occurs when the number of healthy red blood cells decreases in the body. The disc-shaped red blood cells contain hemoglobin , a unique molecule that carries oxygen to the body's tissues. Anemia occurs for different reasons. These include: increased destruction (break down) of red blood cells (RBCs) increased blood loss from the body inadequate production of red blood cells by the bone marrow In some cases anemia results from an inherited disorder , whereas in other cases the condition is caused by something in a person's environment , such as a nutritional problem, infection, or exposure to a drug or toxin. Types of Anemia and Their Causes Anemia Caused by Destruction of Red Blood Cells Hemolytic ("hemo" means blood, "lytic" means destroying) anemia occurs when red blood cells are being destroyed prematurely and the bone marrow (the soft, spongy tissue inside bones that produces new blood cells) simply can't keep up with the body's demand for new cells. This can happen for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, infections or certain medications - such as antibiotics or antiseizure medicines - are to blame. In a condition known as autoimmune hemolytic anemia , the immune system mistakes red blood cells for foreign invaders and begins destroying them. Other children inherit defects in the red blood cells, which may involve the RBC's structure or the production of hemoglobin or RBC enzymes. Common forms of inherited hemolytic anemia include sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.

20. Anemia Article covers why teens are at risk for anemia. Provides description, symptoms, treatment, and links. http://www.teenshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/blood/anemia.html

KidsHealth Teens Blood Disorders Maybe your day's so packed with things to do that you hardly have time to grab breakfast, let alone make sure you're eating right the rest of the day. Perhaps you're staying up late to get your homework finished and missing out on the sleep you need. The fact is, lots of teens are tired. And with all the demands of school and other activities, it's easy to understand why. For some people, though, there may be another explanation for why they feel so exhausted: anemia. What Is Anemia? To understand anemia, it helps to start with breathing. The oxygen we inhale doesn't just stop in our lungs. It's needed throughout our bodies to nourish the brain and all the other organs and tissues that allow us to function. Oxygen travels to these organs through the bloodstream - specifically in the red blood cells. Red blood cells, which are manufactured in the body's bone marrow , act like boats, ferrying oxygen throughout the rivers of the bloodstream. Red blood cells contain hemoglobin (pronounced: hee- muh-glow-bun), a protein that holds onto oxygen. To make enough hemoglobin, the body needs to have plenty of iron. We get this iron, along with the other nutrients necessary to make red blood cells, from food.

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