Effectively assessing anemia in myelofibrosis goes beyond hemoglobin levels, and should focus on symptoms, daily function, and quality of life to guide treatment. In a recent discussion, Raajit Rampal ...

Stanford Medicine pediatric hematologist Agnieszka Czechowicz, MD, Ph.D., has devoted her research career to improving ...

Anemia can damage tissue in the eye, causing a range of symptoms. These might include discoloration, pale eyelids, hemorrhages, and eye test findings called cotton wool spots and Roth spots. Anemia ...

Medical professionals do not typically recommend limiting most foods if a person has anemia. However, it is generally best to avoid high amounts of dairy, as it ca. block iron absorption. Iron ...

Anemia is a common complication of HIV. There are numerous possible causes, including HIV itself, related infections, and some HIV medications. Taking certain medications and adjusting nutrition may ...

Colorectal cancer can cause bleeding from polyps in the digestive tract. This can lead to iron deficiency anemia. Oral and intravenous iron may help, but there may be some risks. Persistent bleeding ...

Anemia often goes hand-in-hand with multiple myeloma. Sometimes, the cancer causes the anemia. And sometimes, the cancer treatment does. But it's possible to resolve it and feel better. (Photo Credit: ...