Anemia
Moderateहिंदी: प्रसव में खून की कमी · தமிழ்: பிரசவத்தில் இரத்த சோகை · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಹೆರಿಗೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ರಕ್ತಹೀನತೆ · తెలుగు: ప్రసవంలో రక్తహీనత · বাংলা: প্রসবে রক্তাল্পতা · मराठी: प्रसवात रक्तक्षय · ગુજરાતી: પ્રસૂતિમાં એનિમિયા
About this condition
Anemia reduces oxygen-carrying capacity causing breathlessness especially with activity, extremely common in India particularly among women. Low hemoglobin means tissues don't get enough oxygen. Blood tests diagnose it and iron supplements or treatment of underlying cause improves symptoms.
Common symptoms
shortness of breath on exertionfatigueweaknesspale skindizzinessrapid heartbeat
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When to see a doctor: within a week for blood tests
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Anemia?
shortness of breath on exertion, fatigue, weakness, pale skin, dizziness, rapid heartbeat.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week for blood tests
Is Anemia common in India?
Anemia is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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