Anemia is shrouded in dozens of myths, many of which are very dangerous and, sometimes, interfere with recovery. It's time to debunk them!
Dr. Eugénia
Myth 1: Anemia can be ignored
The presence of anemia significantly worsens the quality of life. Low hemoglobin leads to oxygen deprivation. The work of the brain, muscles, and all organs deteriorate, and the heart and lungs experience a serious overload in trying to supply the body with the oxygen it needs.
Myth 2: Anemia always occurs because of iron deficiency
Anemia is most often caused by iron deficiency, but there are other causes, ===such as low levels of vitamin B12 and hereditary diseases like thalassemia and sickle cell anemia.
Myth 3: If hemoglobin is fine, iron levels are also fine
This misconception arose at a time when diagnoses were based on hemoglobin levels. Today, ferritin and serum iron levels are examined first. F...
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