81. Normocytic Anemia - November 15, 2000 - American Family Physician A patient information handout on normocytic anemia, written by the authors of this Normocytic anemia is the most frequently encountered type of anemia. http://www.aafp.org/afp/20001115/2255.html

Advanced Search AAFP Home Page Journals Vol. 62/No. 10 (November 15, 2000) Normocytic Anemia JOHN R. BRILL, M.D., and DENNIS J. BAUMGARDNER, M.D. University of Wisconsin Medical School, Milwaukee Clinical Campus, Milwaukee, Wisconsin A patient information handout on normocytic anemia, written by the authors of this article, is provided on page 2264. A nemia is defined as a decrease in the circulating red blood cell mass to below age-specific and gender-specific limits. In normocytic anemias, the mean corpuscular volume (MCV) is within defined normal limits, but the hemoglobin and hematocrit are decreased. The MCV is also age-specific (Figure 1) with normal values ranging from 70 femtoliter (fL) at one year of age to 80 fL at seven years and older. The rightsholder did not grant rights to reproduce this item in electronic media. For the missing item, see the original print version of this publication. FIGURE 1. Most patients with anemia are asymptomatic. Therefore, the condition is most often discovered by laboratory evaluation, usually on routine testing as part of the general physical examination or for reasons other than suspected anemia. Anemia should be considered a sign, not a disease. It can be caused by a variety of systemic disorders and diseases, as well as primary hematologic disorders.

82. PROCRIT: Treat Anemia In Chemotherapy Patients, Chronic Kidney Disease Patients, Manufacturer's information on this medication intended to increase red blood cell production in the treatment of fatigue and anemia. http://www.procrit.com/

Anemia can make it hard to do the things you love. The most common symptom of anemia is feeling tired and weak. PROCRIT helps treat anemia associated with the following conditions: Cancer : for the treatment of chemotherapy-related anemia in patients with most types of cancer. Chronic Kidney Disease : for the treatment of anemia in chronic kidney disease patients who are not on dialysis. HIV : for the treatment of anemia related to AZT (zidovudine) treatment in HIV patients. Many HIV therapies include AZT (e.g. Combivir or Trizivir Some types of surgery : Reduces the need for transfusions in patients undergoing elective, noncardiac, nonvascular surgery who are anemic or at significant risk for blood loss. Combivir and Trizivir are registered trademarks of GlaxoSmithKline. By using this site you agree to our Legal Notice and PROCRIT Home Ortho Biotech Products, L.P. Counterfeit Product Alert Contact Us ... Site Map This site is published by Ortho Biotech Products, L.P. which is solely responsible for its contents. It is intended for visitors from the United States.

83. Anemia :: Health-Science.Com :: Overview of the condition with suggested treatments. http://www.health-science.com/anemia_frame.html

Home Sign In OverView Breast Cancer ... Tissue Cleansing Anemia One of the most common disorders caused by nutritional deficiency is anemia due to an insufficiency of B-12. This nutrient has the largest molecular structure of any single vitamin and consequently presents a serious absorption problem. The typical approaches to treating anemia are to administer large dosages of ferrous sulfate (iron sulfate) which may cause gastrointestinal bleeding, or a 1 c.c. (1000 mcg.) intramuscular injection of vitamin B-12, which is difficult to maintain over a long period of time. Absorption of B-12 in the diet is reduced by an erosion of the mucous lining of the intestines and decreased hydrochloric acid production in the stomach. Stress has also been implicated in reducing the amount of blood flow to the stomach wall (eschemia), and thus inhibiting the absorption of B-12. Further, many people are lacking a protein called "Intrinsic Factor" that may also be necessary for absorption. Vegetarians are often at risk of deficiency because B-12 is only found in animal products. Recently, a number of researchers have found that the Schilling Test, the standard for measuring B-12 in the blood, does not accurately account for utilization of B-12.

84. Ambulatory Management Of Common Forms Of Anemia - March 15, 1999 - American Acad Iron deficiency, the most common form of anemia, may be treated orally or, These forms of anemia can be readily managed in an ambulatory setting. http://www.aafp.org/afp/990315ap/1598.html

Advanced Search AAFP Home Page Journals Vol. 59/No. 6 (March 15, 1999) Ambulatory Management of Common Forms of Anemia DAVID R. LITTLE, M.D., M.S. Wright State University School of Medicine Dayton, Ohio Anemia is a prevalent condition with a variety of underlying causes. Once the etiology has been established, many forms of anemia can be easily managed by the family physician. Iron deficiency, the most common form of anemia, may be treated orally or, rarely, parenterally. Vitamin B deficiency has traditionally been treated with intramuscular injections, although oral and intranasal preparations are also available. The treatment of folate deficiency is straightforward, relying on oral supplements. Folic acid supplementation is also recommended for women of child-bearing age to reduce their risk of neural tube defects. Current research focuses on folate's role in reducing the risk of premature cardiovascular disease. A nemia is a common clinical syndrome frequently diagnosed and managed by the family physician. The prevalence of anemia in the United States has been reported to be about 29 to 30 cases per 1,000 females of all ages and six cases per 1,000 males under the age of 45, rising to a peak of 18.5 cases per 1,000 men over age 75. Anemia is defined as a reduction below normal in the total red blood cell volume (hematocrit) or in the concentration of blood hemoglobin.

85. Aplastic Anemia (Severe) This page provides a basic overview of the symptoms, diagnosis, possible treatmentoptions for severe aplastic anemia. http://www.marrow.org/PATIENT/aplastic_anemia.html

HOME CONTACT US CAREERS MEDIA ... PHYSICIAN RESOURCES switchIt("patient" ,"main_nav_sel"); Home Patient Resources Learning More about Your Disease > Aplastic Anemia (Severe) E-mail a Friend Print this Page Aplastic Anemia (Severe) On this page: Symptoms/Diagnosis Treatment Transfusions Drug Therapies ... Marrow or Blood Cell Transplantation Aplastic anemia is not a single disease, but a group of closely related disorders characterized by the failure of the bone marrow to produce all three types of blood cells: red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Aplastic anemia is rare, affecting fewer than 1,000 people each year in the United States. The exact cause of aplastic anemia is unknown, although it has been linked to exposure to chemicals and radiation. It is also believed that some cases of aplastic anemia are inherited and that some cases are due to a viral infection. Symptoms/Diagnosis In aplastic anemia, the quantity of each of the three blood cell types is much lower than normal, which leads to the symptoms that cause a physician to suspect the disease. These symptoms are unexplained infections (due to fewer white blood cells), unexpected bleeding (due to fewer platelets) and fatigue (due to fewer red blood cells). To confirm a diagnosis of aplastic anemia, a physician examines a blood sample and determines the number of each type of blood cell circulating in the blood. Aplastic anemia is strongly suspected when two or three of the cell counts are extremely low. A definitive diagnosis is made if a marrow sample (a biopsy) shows a great reduction in the number of cells in the marrow itself.

86. Blood And Marrow Transplant - Home University of Minnesota physicians develop new blood and marrow transplant (bone marrow transplant)(bmt) treatments for metabolic disorders, anemias and bone and soft tissue cancers(myelomas, lymphomas, sarcomas). http://www.fairviewbmt.org

var g_HttpRelativeWebRoot = "/fv/"; var SSContributor = false; BLOOD/MARROW TRANSPLANT HOME FAIRVIEW.ORG HOME Inside Blood and Marrow Transplant Fairview-University Blood and Marrow Transplant Services 500 Harvard St. Minneapolis, MN 55455 (Street Address) 420 Delaware St. SE MMC 803 Minneapolis, MN 55455 (Mailing Address) BMT Clinic Phillips-Wangensteen Building Clinic 5B, 5-100 516 Delaware St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55455 Welcome to Fairview-University Blood and Marrow Transplant Services Fairview-University Blood and Marrow Transplant Services, affiliated with the University of Minnesota, has been at the forefront of blood and marrow transplant (BMT) advances since performing the world’s first BMT in 1968. Learn More... Do you have a Health Care Directive? A health care directive (sometimes called a living will) is authorization you give in advance about the kinds of health care you want or do not want if you cannot speak for yourself. Protect your right to make your own medical choices. For a free copy of a Minnesota Health Care Directive workbook and form, call Fairview On Call at 612-672-7272 or access a form online Dizziness is a Common Ailment Each year, 90 million Americans visit their doctor because of dizziness.Â

87. Tests And Indications Information about a test for seven common inherited diseases in the Ashkenazi Jewish population TaySachs disease, Canavan disease, cystic fibrosis, Gaucher disease, Bloom syndrome, familial dysautonomia and Fanconi anemia. http://cfar-www.med.nyu.edu/genetics/lab/ashkenazi_screen.html

NYU Medical Center Home NYU School of Medicine Home Research Home Administration ... Calendars Tests and Indications Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis is the most common genetic disorder among Caucasians (1:29) and is less common among other ethnic groups (see table below). The American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) recommends that CF screening be offered to couples considering starting a family and recommends the mutation panel listed below for all ethnicities. The detection rate differs with ethnic origin and is shown along with after testing residual risk estimates in the table below. Mutations Analyzed: 621+1G->T 1717-1G->A 711+1G->T 1898+1G->A 3849+10kbC->T 2789+5G->A 3120+1G->A This test distinguishes the F508C, I507V, and I506V polymorphisms and the poly T allele is reported where clinically significant. Sensitivity and Estimated Carrier Risk: Estimated Carrier Risk Ethnic Group Detection Rate Before Test After Test Ashkenazi Jewish ~1 in 930 European Caucasian ~1 in 140 African American ~1 in 207 Hispanic American ~1 in 105 Asian American ND ND Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Disease Screening A video entitled: "The Importance of Genetic Screening for Ashkenazi Jewish People" is available on our website and may be shared with your patients.

88. Welcome To Jake' Information on life with Fanconi anemia. http://www2.eos.net/jake

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89. Aplastic Anemia-Blood Diseases & Disorders Overview of aplastic anemia. Aplastic anemia occurs when the bone marrowproduces too few of all three types of blood cells red blood cells, http://www.umm.edu/blood/aneaplas.htm

var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='530'; awmAltUrl=''; Donations / Banking Blood Diseases Blood Disorders... Anemias... ... Site Map Related Resources Within UMM Hematology Pediatric Oncology Translate using Google to Spanish German French Italian Portuguese Blood Diseases Aplastic Anemia What is aplastic anemia? Aplastic anemia occurs when the bone marrow produces too few of all three types of blood cells: red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. A reduced number of red blood cells causes hemoglobin to drop. A reduced number of white blood cells makes the patient susceptible to infection. And, a reduced number of platelets causes the blood not to clot as easily. What causes aplastic anemia? Aplastic anemia has multiple causes. Some of these causes are idiopathic, meaning they occur sporadically for no known reason. Other causes are secondary, resulting from a previous illness or disorder. Acquired causes, however, may include the following: history of specific infectious diseases such as infectious hepatitis history of taking certain medications, such as antibiotics and anticonvulsants

90. About Anemia Learn about anemia, why kids get it, and how it's treated. http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/blood/anemia.html

KidsHealth Kids Kids' Health Problems Blood To understand anemia (say: uh- nee- mee-uh), it helps to know a little bit about breathing. Have you ever tried to hold your breath? At first, you feel fine. After a short time, though, you need to take a breath. That's because when we breathe, our lungs take in oxygen (say: ahk- sih-jun) from the air. We need oxygen to live. We also need a way to get the oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. Blood flows like a river through every part of the body. The blood carries the oxygen, but the oxygen needs something to hang on to. It needs a boat - and the boats that carry oxygen are red blood cells Red blood cells are made inside the bones in the soft, spongy area called the bone marrow (say: mar -o). So every time you take a breath, you breathe in oxygen. And your red blood cells carry oxygen to every cell in your body. What Is Anemia? Anemia occurs when a person doesn't have the normal amount of red blood cells or if the person is low on hemoglobin. What's hemoglobin (say: hee- muh-glo-bun)? Hemoglobin, a protein, is an important part of red blood cells because it gives the oxygen something to stick to.

91. Iron-Deficiency Anemia-Blood Diseases & Disorders Overview of irondeficiency anemia. Iron-deficiency anemia may be caused bythe following. diets low in iron Iron is obtained from foods in our diet, http://www.umm.edu/blood/aneiron.htm

var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='530'; awmAltUrl=''; Donations / Banking Blood Diseases Blood Disorders... Anemias... ... Site Map Related Resources Within UMM Hematology Pediatric Oncology Translate using Google to Spanish German French Italian Portuguese Blood Diseases Iron-Deficiency Anemia What is iron-deficiency anemia? The most common cause of anemia is iron deficiency. Iron is needed to form hemoglobin. Iron is mostly stored in the body in the hemoglobin. About 30 percent of iron is also stored as ferritin and hemosiderin in the bone marrow, spleen, and liver. What causes iron-deficiency anemia? Iron-deficiency anemia may be caused by the following: diets low in iron Iron is obtained from foods in our diet, however, only 1 mg of iron is absorbed for every 10 to 20 mg of iron ingested. A person unable to have a balanced iron-rich diet may suffer from some degree of iron-deficiency anemia. body changes An increased iron requirement and increased red blood cell production is required when the body is going through changes such as growth spurts in children and adolescents, or during pregnancy and lactation. gastrointestinal tract abnormalities Malabsorption of iron is common after some forms of gastrointestinal surgeries. Most of the iron taken in by foods is absorbed in the upper small intestine. Any abnormalities in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract could alter iron absorption and result in iron-deficiency anemia.

92. SickleCellNew3 Provides a first hand look at Sickle Cell anemia, built by a person suffering from the disease. Frequently asked questions and a personal diary of the owner's own battle with this disease. http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Spa/3194/

Glad You Stopped By! My initial intention for building this site was in response to the numerous sites that seemed targeted for the medical profession. After viewing several of these sites, I wondered where the Sicklers were and why hadn't they built any sites? Then it dawned on me... I'm a Sickler and I haven't built a site!  Although I'm not a medical professional, I hope this site can shed some light on Sickle Cell Anemia from a personal view. Page descriptions are below and I invite you  to browse the entire site. Hopefully, we'll both learn something in the end! The Sickle Cell Forum Been looking for people, living with Sickle Cell anemia like you? The Sickle Cell Forum is the place to be! The input has been lively and there's a definite community forming. To join our growing family, simply click on the link below. See you there, Charles Click to Join The Sickle Cell Forum For information about me, be sure to read the "About Me" page. The "Sickle Cell Diaries" is my personal account of life with Sickle Cell.

93. Auto Immune Hemolytic Anemia Concise information for dog owners about AIHA and ITP emphasizing the importance of aggressive treatment. http://home.comcast.net/~joan.ogg/aiha_info.htm

A uto I mmune H emolytic Anemia Information for Patients and Veterinarians What is AIHA Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is a disease in which the body attacks its own red blood cells (RBC). A pet suffering with AIHA will have a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells within the blood. This is termed anemia. The normal range for the packed cell volume (PCV) or hematocrit is 37-55% (the ratio of the volume of packed red cells to the whole blood). AIHA is classified as a “primary” immune disease. No underlying cause of the immune destruction can be found after an exhaustive clinical and laboratory evaluation. A “secondary” disease is called immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA). IMHA refers to all anemias that occur when the immune system inadvertently destroys its own blood cells secondary to an immune attack directed against an underlying condition such as cancer, endocarditis, heartworm or by unidentifiable causes as in AIHA. What are the Symptoms of AIHA?

94. International Nutritional Anemia Consultative Group The International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI) is a nonprofit, worldwidefoundation established in 1978 to advance the understanding of scientific issues http://inacg.ilsi.org/

International Nutritional Anemia Consultative Group 2004 INACG SYMPOSIUM IRON DEFICIENCY IN EARLY LIFE: CHALLENGES AND PROGRESS 18 NOVEMBER 2004 LIMA, PERU INACG held an international symposium in Lima, Peru on 18 November 2004. Download press release Download complete INACG program Download INACG abstracts View INACG Presentations Email Trademark and Legal References search: advanced search

95. Cynspage This page is links to various websites I created on a variety of auto immune conditions from Asthma to Lupus, to Pernicious anemia. http://www.geocities.com/queen_nefertitti/Cyndylinks.html

Cynthia's MEDICAL LINKS In Honor of: Dr. Mark Cruciani, MD and In Memory of John Delehanty, M.D. Welcome to Cynthia's Wacky Informative Medical Website. Click on the Links below and away you go! Alcoholism Asthma AutoImmune Hepatitis DIABETES ... Sjogren's Syndrome Please take a few minutes to do my survey on medical treatment. It would greatly help me with my research! Click on the Link below and away you go! MY SURVEY TheCometCursor('ambulance',0);

96. Anemia | The New Mexico Aids Info Net A description of anemia among people with HIV, its causes and treatment. http://www.aidsinfonet.org/articles.php?articleID=552

97. Epidemiology Of Iron Deficiency And Iron Deficiency Anemia To Epidemiology of Iron Deficiency and Iron Deficiency anemia. To begin the lecture,click the START button above. If you are the first time visitor, http://www.pitt.edu/~super1/lecture/lec0641/

Lists of Lectures Front Page Epidemiology of Iron Deficiency and Iron Deficiency Anemia To begin the lecture, click the START button above. If you are the first time visitor, you might want to know [ How to navigate within and outside the lecture This is a beta version. Your comments would be greatly appreciated. Submit Your comments

98. Sickle Cell Anemia A definition of sickle cell anemia, what it is, how one gets it, symptoms, statistics and testing. http://www.mamashealth.com/Sickle_Cell.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Blood Diseases Agnogenic Metaplasia Amyloidosis Aplastic Anemia Diabetes ... Von Willebrand's Disease Links Email Mama What is Sickle Cell Anemia? Sickle Cell is an inherited, chronic blood disease where the red blood cells become crescent shaped and function abnormally. When the blood cells become cresent/sickle shaped, they are unable to deliver adequate amounts of oxygen to other cells. The Sickle Cell Disease results in anemia (low blood counts), episodes of pain and increased susceptibility to infections. Sickle Cell produces a chronic anemia which may become life-threatening when hemolytic crises (the breakdown of red blood cells) or aplastic crises (bone marrow fails to produce blood cells) occur. If repeated crises occurs, damage of the kidneys lungs , bone, liver , and central nervous system may result. Occasionaly, acute painful episodes may occur. These acute episodes may last hours to days affecting the bones of the back, the long bones, and the chest. What makes the red blood cell become a sickle shape?

99. Sickle Cell Anemia And Thalassemias To Begin The Lecture, Click Sickle cell anemia and thalassemias. To begin the lecture, click the START buttonabove. If you are the first time visitor, you might want to know How to http://www.pitt.edu/~super1/lecture/lec10781/

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100. AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA What Every Owner Of An AIHA Dog Needs To Know Provides basic knowledge about autoimmune hemolytic anemia and the different drug treatment options. http://www.geocities.com/aihadogs/

AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA WHAT EVERY OWNER OF AN AIHA DOG NEEDS  TO KNOW Home FAQ Treatment Options Reference Guide Glossary Links New!!! IMHA/AIHA Registry Submit information to a major veterinary college to research developing trends Autoimmune hemolytic anemia is a serious, life threatening disease. This site was set up to help owners make informed decisions about the care of their pet. It is not intended to take the place of a veterinarian, only to provide information on treatment options available and basic information about the disease. It is important to realize that having an AIHA dog requires a TOTAL commitment. Not only will this disease require a lot of time, but the emotional and financial burden can be great. The medications can be quite expensive and added to the veterinarian bills, can become overwhelming. You will need to adjust your schedule around visits to the vet and administering medications. The financial burden and time limitation are insignificant compared to the emotional roller coaster you will be on. This is a disease that can be controlled, but there is no cure. WHAT YOU NEED TO ASK YOUR VETERINARIAN American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) THE GOOD THINGS ABOUT AIHA Send Questions / Comments to aihadog@yahoo.com

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