Search results for anaemia

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• Iron deficiency anaemia

  Find out more about iron deficiency anaemia, including what the symptoms are, when to get medical help, the tests and treatments you may have, and the possible causes.

• Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia

  Read about vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia, which occurs when a lack of vitamin B12 or folate causes the body to produce abnormally large red blood cells.

• Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia - Symptoms

  Read about the symptoms of vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia, which usually develop gradually, but can worsen if the condition goes untreated.

• Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia - Causes

  Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia occurs when a lack of either of these vitamins affects the body's ability to produce fully functioning red blood cells.

• Thalassaemia - Symptoms

  Read about the main symptoms of thalassaemia, including anaemia, delayed growth and problems caused by too much iron in the body.

• Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia - Diagnosis

  Read about diagnosing vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia, which can often be diagnosed by a GP based on your symptoms and the results of blood tests.

• Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia - Complications

  Read about the complications of vitamin B12 deficiency or folate deficiency, which are rare as the condition can usually be easily and effectively treated.

• Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia - Treatment

  Read about treatment options for vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia, which will depend on what's causing the condition.

• Thalassaemia

  Read about thalassaemia, a group of blood disorders that affect a substance called haemoglobin. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

• Sickle cell disease - Symptoms

  Read about the possible symptoms of sickle cell disease, including painful episodes (crises), infections and anaemia.