Acute anemia can develop due to a rapid drop in red blood cells (RBCs) after losing blood. The more blood a person loses, the more severe the anemia becomes. It usually occurs due to hemorrhage or ...

Colorectal cancer can cause bleeding from polyps in the digestive tract. This can lead to iron deficiency anemia. Oral and intravenous iron may help, but there may be some risks. Persistent bleeding ...

Anemia often goes hand-in-hand with multiple myeloma. Sometimes, the cancer causes the anemia. And sometimes, the cancer treatment does. But it's possible to resolve it and feel better. (Photo Credit: ...

Anemia is a common complication of HIV. There are numerous possible causes, including HIV itself, related infections, and some HIV medications. Taking certain medications and adjusting nutrition may ...