Anemia is a decrease in the number of red cells in the blood. More than 1.62 billion people in the world are affected by this disease. In the majority of cases, they can live life to the fullest.
Dr. Helga
There are many types of anemia, but one of the most common is iron-deficiency anemia. Statistically, it affects about 25 % of school-age children, 41.8 % of pregnant women, 30.2 % of non-pregnant women, and 12.7 % of men. Iron deficiency affects one in five inhabitants of the world, accounting for 80–90 % of all anemias.
Signs of anemia
Have you noticed that you feel tired all the time, even if you've slept and not worked more than usual and besides, there are some more ===warning signs:
- Your skin, nails, and hair have gotten worse
- Your complexion has become pale and grayish
- You have lost your appetite
- Your menstrual cycle is constantly disrupted
- You have a rapid heartbeat, even...
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