Anaemia Flashcards
1
Q
What is anaemia
A
Condition when you have low amount of red blood cells
2
Q
What are the 7 types of anaemia
A
- Iron-deficiency anemia
- Vitamin-deficiency anemia
- Aplastic anemia
- Hemolytic anemia
- Sickle cell anemia
- Thalassemia
- Pernicious anemia
3
Q
Name 3 causes of anaemia
A
Genes
Bad diet
Bad spleen
4
Q
What are the symptoms of anaemia
A
Pale complexion
Lethargic (tiredness)
Headaches
5
Q
What’s hypertension
A
When arteries get weaker thus get over worked
6
Q
How to treat anaemia
A
Have more iron
