Causes of Anemia

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1. Guest2173
   

   One of the causes of Anemia is from active bleeding. For instance loss of blood through heavy menstrual bleeding or, wounds can cause anemia. Gastrointestinal ulcers or cancers such as cancer of the colon may slowly ooze blood and can also cause anemia in some cases.

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2. Guest2695
   

   Anemia can also be cause due to any kidney disease. The kidneys release a hormone called the erythropoietin that helps the bone marrow make red blood cells. In people with chronic (long-standing) kidney disease, the production of this hormone is diminished, and this in turn diminishes the production of red blood cells, causing anemia. This is called anemia related to chronic kidney disease.

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3. Guest1476
   

   One of the reasons for Anemia can be poor nutrition. Vitamins and minerals are required to make red blood cells. In addition to iron, vitamin B12 and folate are required for the proper production of hemoglobin. Deficiency in any of these may cause anemia because of inadequate production of red blood cells. Poor dietary intake is an important cause of low folate and low vitamin B12 levels.

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4. Guest1675
   

   There are various causes of anemia including  thyroid problems, cancers, liver disease, autoimmune diseases (lupus), paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), lead poisoning, AIDS, malaria, viral hepatitis, mononucleosis, parasitic infections (hookworm), bleeding disorders, and insecticide exposure.

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5. Guest1800
   

   There can be Anemia of chronic disease. For instance any long-term medical condition can lead to anemia. Any long-standing and ongoing medical condition such as a chronic infection or a cancer may cause anemia.

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