Finding the cause of, and treating anaemia
A simple blood test can measure the amount of haemoglobin, and count the number of red blood cells per ml. This test can confirm that you are anaemic, but does not identify the cause of the anaemia.
Sometimes the underlying cause is obvious. For example, anaemia is common in pregnancy, and in women who have heavy menstrual periods. In these situations, no further tests may be needed, and treatment with iron tablets may be advised. However, the cause of the anaemia may not be clear, and further tests may be advised.
Some causes of anaemia are more serious than others, and it is important to find the reason for anaemia. The treatment of anaemia depends on the underlying cause. For many people this may simply be iron tablets. For others it may be a course of vitamins, or other more complex treatments.
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Len Rogers, about 1 year
Please tell me does anaemia effect/cause Dry Eye, Sore Eyes or Scrathy Eyes
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SKILTON , 3 months
DOES ANAEMIA CAUSE DRY EYES AND WHAT SHOULD I BE DOING
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