What are the symptoms of acute anemia?

Dec 26, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, I've been feeling unwell. I always feel tired and weak, with no energy or motivation. My colleague said I might have acute anemia. What are the symptoms of acute anemia?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Heyang
Iron deficiency anemia is anemia caused by insufficient iron stores in the body, which impairs hemoglobin synthesis. Symptoms of anemia include pale or yellowish skin, dizziness, blurred vision, and lack of rosy complexion. When these symptoms occur, it is important to improve nutrition by consuming nutrient-rich foods such as liver, milk, lean meat, and egg yolks. In cases of severe anemia, treatment may involve taking ferrous sulfate together with vitamin C. Patients with severe anemia or cardiac insufficiency may require multiple small blood transfusions. It is also important to supplement vitamin E and consume foods rich in high-quality protein and iron. Iron supplementation should be continued consistently, with dosage adjustments made according to blood test results. Oral iron supplements should be taken in small amounts during or after meals to minimize gastrointestinal side effects.