Anemia detected in health care is associated with an increased risk of both cancer and higher mortality, according to a new ...

Laboratory-grown red blood cells have been transfused into a person in a world-first clinical trial. A couple of spoonfuls ...

Panelists discuss how diagnosing iron deficiency anemia requires comprehensive laboratory testing of iron parameters alongside clinical assessment, emphasizing early detection to prevent complications ...

While mild anemia is generally treatable, some severe forms, like thalassemia and aplastic anemia, can lead to life-threatening complications if untreated due to the body’s organs not receiving enough ...

Mild anemia can have several causes, including iron or B12 deficiency, chronic illness, or pregnancy. Anemia is very common, affecting up to one-third of the world’s population. Mild anemia occurs ...

Anemia of chronic disease is anemia caused by inflammation from a long-term or chronic illness. It is also called anemia of inflammation. People with anemia of chronic disease may have normal or even ...

Hematology refers to the study of blood and bone marrow conditions. A person may be referred to a hematologist to find out what the cause of anemia is and to determine a treatment plan. Anemia occurs ...

Anemia is common among people with liver cirrhosis. Cirrhosis is a condition where the liver is severely scarred. Because the liver plays a role in many important bodily functions, cirrhosis can lead ...

Anemia affects more than 1 in 4 pregnant individuals in the US, with prevalence increasing from prenatal care initiation to ...