Describe The Causes Of Anemia

Anemia is a condition that occurs when an individual’s blood does not have enough hemoglobin or red blood cells. Hemoglobin is the main foundation of a red blood cell. It helps sustain it by binding it to oxygen. If one does not have enough red blood cells, the cells within one’s body will not receive the sufficient amount of oxygen it needs to function properly. Anemia can be caused by several factors since there are more than a single type of anemic conditions. Therefore these conditions are grouped in three general causes. For example, anemia can occur from blood loss. Blood loss can occur from menstruation in females, the use of anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen or aspirin, and gastrointestinal conditions which include ulcers, gastritis, ulcers, etc. Anemia can also be caused by a faulty production of red blood cells. It can also be caused by the destruction of red blood cells which can happen from exposure to toxins or drugs. …show more content…
For example, a symptom may be fatigue. An individual may experience a loss of energy. There is an abnormality in heart beat especially when a person may be exercising. A person may also experience a shortness of breath, headaches, and a difficulty in concentration. The individual may become dizzy and will have a palling of the skin. Leg cramps may also occur and the individual will experience insomnia. Those with anemia caused by an iron-deficiency may have a hunger for objects that are not safe in particular to consume such as paper, ice, or dirt. A person’s nails may become curved and may have soreness of the