Medically reviewed by Jordana Haber Hazan, MD Hemolytic anemia occurs when red blood cells are destroyed faster than they can be replaced. The loss of red blood cells means that fewer are available to ...

Turns out, the third time is the charm. After two prior FDA rejections for oral anemia drugs in the hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor (HIF-PHI) drug class, GSK’s daprodustat, ...

Doctors diagnose anemia when a blood test shows hemoglobin levels of less than 13.5 grams per deciliter (g/dL) for men or 12.0 g/dL for women. If you have slightly higher red blood cell counts and ...

While mild anemia is generally treatable, some severe forms, like thalassemia and aplastic anemia, can lead to life-threatening complications if untreated due to the body’s organs not receiving enough ...

Anemia affects almost 1 in 4 people worldwide. But while billions of people live with the disease, its signs and symptoms aren’t just part of everyday life. “Anemia is one of the most common global ...

Children can often appear tired or irritable, but when these symptoms become an ongoing problem, it could be a sign of something more serious. Fatigue, pale skin, and even a bad mood can be signs of ...

Anemia affects 1 in 5 older adults but is often undiagnosed or misattributed. Oral iron remains first-line treatment, though IV infusions help many patients. Low hemoglobin levels may signal ...

Source: Getty Images Addressing anemia in CKD requires a proactive, multifaceted approach, incorporating both conventional and nutritional strategies. Early recognition and intervention are essential ...