Stacie Detmer, RN, MSN, FNP-C
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Anemia
Also called: Low red blood cell count Low hemoglobin The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that anemia is the primary diagnosis for almost 800,000 patients that go to the…
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What are the Causes of Anemia?
Although anemia seems like a disease, it’s really a symptom of something else that is causing a decrease in the number of red blood cells. In other words, anemia is typically a symptom of…
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What are the Signs & Symptoms of Anemia?
Certain kinds of anemia may have no symptoms, while others like sickle cell have obvious ones. Some individuals may feel tired and weak, though, yet not realize they are anemic. Symptoms Key…
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Anemia Diagnosis
For most patients showing signs of anemia, a healthcare provider will order a complete blood count (CBC). It is a multifaceted test that measures hematocrit (HcT) values (how much red blood…
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Anemia Epidemiology
Anemia affects people of all races, genders, and ages. It is more prevalent in underdeveloped countries where food is scarce, though. Anemia has a higher mortality rate in these areas, as…
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Anemia Prognosis
The prognosis for anemia will depend on the type. Many forms of anemia are, fortunately, treatable. Some are not. Most are manageable; some can be deadly, especially when combined with other…
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History of Anemia
Ancient History The history of anemia goes back to ancient times, with 4,000-year-old bone samples from Thailand showing advanced signs of the condition. Writing from Papyrus Ebers and other…
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How Can You Prevent Anemia?
For some people, there is no way to prevent anemia; it is an inherited trait, like sickle cell disease. They can manage it, at best. For most, though, it is possible to avoid anemia by eating…
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Anemia Treatment Options
Treatment options will focus on the type of anemia plus the lifestyle, overall health, and symptoms of the patient. In other words, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. There are many…
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Bronchitis
Also called: Acute bronchitis Chest cold Common cold Chronic bronchitis/COPD (chronic bronchitis is a form of COPD) Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes (the tubes that carry…
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