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Anemia

Anemia. Brad Conner and Sheree Rodeffer. Why should I care?. Most common blood disorder in the US Affects 4 million It can affect anyone Women and individuals with chronic diseases are at an increased risk. What is it?. Too few red blood cells in the body Low production High losses

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Anemia

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  1. Anemia Brad Conner and Sheree Rodeffer

  2. Why should I care? • Most common blood disorder in the US • Affects 4 million • It can affect anyone • Women and individuals with chronic diseases are at an increased risk

  3. What is it? • Too few red blood cells in the body • Low production • High losses • Cells destroyed too quickly • Results in decreased oxygen to body’s organs

  4. General Symptoms • Initial • Not always apparent • More tired • Skin appears pale • Exercise Symptoms • Cold hands and Feet • Lightheadedness • May be temporary or chronic • Symptoms may vary in severity

  5. Types of Anemia • Determined by Causes • Caused by Blood Loss • Caused by Destruction • Caused by Decreased or Low Production of Blood

  6. Caused by Blood Loss • Bleeding • Slow loss over time • Undetected • No symptoms?? • Sources of chronic bleeding • Gastrointestinal conditions • Use of NSAIDS • Menstruation and Childbirth

  7. Caused by Destruction • Rupture due to stress of circulatory system • Causes: • Present at birth or develop later • Spontaneous • Vascular grafts, prosthetic Heart valves, tumors, etc… • Stressors from toxins, drugs, certain foods • Toxins from advanced liver or kidney disease Ex: Hemolytic Anemia

  8. Caused by Decreased Blood Production • Due to abnormally low blood cell counts • Lack of vitamins and minerals • Forms include: • Sickle-Cell Anemia • Iron Deficiency • Vitamin Deficiency • Bone marrow and Stem Cell problems

  9. Sickle-Cell Anemia • Relatively common in African Americans • 1 in 500 African-American newborns each year are diagnosed • RBCs become rigid and shaped like crescents • Caused by defective gene • Leads to abnormal hemoglobin (S) • Cells are sticky and can clump together • Severity of sickling varies

  10. Sickle-Cell Anemia • Signs and Symptoms • Delayed growth and Development • Increased risk of infections • Skin Ulcers of Lower Leg • Extreme pain • Chest, Abdomen, Joints • Hours to Weeks • Swollen Appendages • Frequent Infections

  11. Sickle-Cell Anemia • Treatment • Medication • Treats the pain • Antibiotics to help against infection • Oxygen may help breathing • Blood Transfusion • Prevention is the key!!! • Good Nutrition - Adequate Rest • Protection against Infection - Drink plenty of water • Avoid temperature extremes - Avoid stress • Vaccinations

  12. Treatment • Treatment based on cause • Recommendations by a Doctor • Most conditions are treatable with medication • Temporary fix, not a cure Ex: Iron Deficiency Anemia • Iron Supplements • Too much iron is bad though • Watch for side effects • Medication interactions

  13. Conclusion • Most Anemias are not life-threatening • Can be treated with either • Lifestyle changes • Medication for symptoms • Surgery as last resort • Education is best prevention

  14. References • Pictures http://science.uwe.ac.uk/projectshowcase/blood_cells%20copy.JPG http://depts.washington.edu/kexp/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/coachella%20crowd.jpg http://www.pennhealth.com/health_info/pregnancy/graphics/images/en/19725.jpg http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2003/Dec-19-Fri-2003/photos/nelson.jpg http://www.active.com/images/prod_sys/Ibuprofen.jpg http://www.academic.marist.edu/~jzmz/topics/description_rbc/description32.jpg http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/understanding-anemia-basics http://www.aurorahealthcare.org/healthgate/images/si55551158.jpg http://www.aafp.org/afp/990600ap/pquiz.jpg http://media.cornerdrugstore.com/drugidentifier/photo_us/020/hydr005e.jpg http://www.101healthsolution.com/images/anemia.jpg

  15. References Mayo Clinic Family Health Book. New York: Harper Collins, 2003. "Understanding Anemia". WebMD. 4/25/2008 <http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/understanding-anemia-treatment>.

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