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What happens if you leave anemia untreated for too long?
What happens if you leave anemia untreated for too long?
What happens if you leave anemia untreated for too long?
Anemia results in a decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. In the short term, the body can compensate with an increase in heart rate and respiratory rate. If left untreated, anemia can cause multi-organ failure.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is it like to have iron-deficiency anemia?
Low hemoglobin is a symptom of anemia caused specially due to underlying medical conditions and a poor diet.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Why do I get shortness of breath in the shower?
Humidity and hot water bath can cause shortness of breathe. This density can increase airway resistance in the body. Due to this one might find breathing difficult especially in humid climate or while showering.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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