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Sideroblastic anemia is also associated with: leukemia, lymphoma (cancer of the lymph glands), myeloma (cancer of the bone marrow), rheumatoid arthritis, and other inflammatory diseases
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Who does Sideroblastic Anemia affect?
Sideroblastic anemia is a disease of adults.
How is sideroblastic anemia cured?
Acquired sideroblastic anemia may be cured when the condition that causes it is treated or removed.
What is Sideroblastic Anemia named for?
Named for the Greek words for iron and germ, sideroblastic anemia is one of the principal types of iron-utilization anemia
How is Sideroblastic Anemia caught?
Sideroblastic anemia can be inherited, but the disease is usually acquired as a result of illness or exposure to toxic substances.
What are complications of sideroblastic anemia?
Possible complications of sideroblastic anemia include: congestive heart failure, diabetes mellitus, enlargement of the liver and spleen, formation of liver nodules and scar tissue,
When is oral pyridoxine used to treat sideroblastic anemia?
In rare instances, treatment with oral pyridoxine (a B-complex vitamin) benefits patients whose sideroblastic anemia was present at birth. This treatment improves the condition of some patients but does not cure the anemia.
When does sideroblastic anemia require transfusions?
the cause of a patient's anemia cannot be determined, blood transfusions may be necessary. Medications are prescribed to stimulate excretion or excess iron that accumulates as a result of these transfusions.
How is sideroblastic anemia diagnosed?
Blood tests are used to examine the appearance and other characteristics of red cells and to measure the amount of iron in the blood. Bone marrow biopsy is also used
Is erythrocytosis associated with anemia?
NO
What is the anemia associated with bone marrow failure?
Aplastic anemia
What type of anemia is associated with atrophy of the stomach mucosa in the elderly?
Pernicious anemia
What disorder linked may high blood iron?
High blood iron levels are commonly associated with hemochromatosis, a genetic disorder that leads to excessive absorption of iron from the diet. This condition can result in iron overload, potentially damaging organs such as the liver, heart, and pancreas. Other disorders linked to elevated iron levels include hemosiderosis and certain types of anemia, such as sideroblastic anemia. Regular monitoring and management are crucial to prevent complications from iron overload.
