Mosquitoes don't cause anaemia, but they do carry the malaria parasite which can cause anaemia. Therefore, if you are bitten by a mosquito that is carrying malaria and get infected, you may develop anaemia (with other symptoms of malaria).
What causes bumps and stiffness of hands?
The stiffness in the hands may be the result of inflammation in and around the joints. the bumps may be either deformity's forming as a result of RA or rheumatoid nodules these can a pear and disappear just as easily. If you are showing these symptoms you should consult a health professional about it.
Pernicious or megaloblastic anemia is mainly caused due to deficiency of either Vitamin B12, or Folic acid or both.
risk groups are pregnant lady(mainly folate is the cause)
strict vegetarian(vit b12 is only found in animal sources)
malabsorbtion syndrome(like problem with enteric factor of castle).
What are the health implications of hypochromic anemia?
Hyperchromic anemia can cause a lower red blood cell count and higher levels of hemoglobin in the red blood cells. Other effects include brittle nails, sore mouth, headaches, and shortness of breath.
How many copies of the sickle cell allele do people with cycle cell disease inherit?
To display symptoms it requires 2 copies. Someone with one copy would only be a carrier and not display any symptoms.
Why does the Iron deficiency anemia are common in young girls?
Iron deficiency anaemia is the commonest form of anaemia and it is common in young, adolescent girls.
The reason cound be:
- dietary deficiency (low intake of easier absorbable heme iron - meat)
- rapid grwoth period (increased cell division = increased demand for iron)
- pregnancy/lactation
- malabsorption (can be caused by small intestine abnormalities)
- blood loss (including heavy menstruation).
Is vit b12 deficiency dangerous?
Vitamin B12 has a very low potential for toxicity. The Institute of Medicine states that "no adverse effects have been associated with excess vitamin B12 intake from food and supplements in healthy individuals." The Institute recommends that adults over 50 years of age get most of their vitamin B12 from supplements or fortified food because of the high incidence of impaired absorption of B12 from unfortified foods in this population.
How do you get rid of sickle cell trait?
You are born with this trait. If you had both copies, instead of one, you would have the disease. There is no way to get rid of it. Think about any children you have and be sure the person who will be the other parent doesn't carry the trait or have the disease.
How is malaria and sickle cells related?
Sickle cell anemia cause red blood cells to be shaped like sickles. malaria can't enter these cells which gives the person an immunity to malaria.
Why sickle cell anemia called molecular disease?
Because sickle cell diseases are characterized by the rapid loss of red blood cells
What is the life expectancy for someone with Sickle Cell Anemia?
Now because improving in health care services, they have around normal life expectancy
What is the Opposite of anemia?
There is no antonym. However, there are phrases and terms that might work:
What are the effects of anemia when considering the functions of erythrocytes?
Anaemia is a sign which suggests that the the level of Haemoglobin in the circulating blood is low. It gives you a pale appearance, and will give rise to weakness, tiredness and dizzy spells. You will need to see your Doctor to investigate the cause of anaemia.
How is sickle cell anemia an example of a pleiotropy?
Sickle cell anemia is an example of pleiotropy because the mutation in the hemoglobin gene affects multiple organ systems and physiological functions. Individuals with this condition not only experience anemia, but also suffer from pain crises, increased risk of infections, and complications in various organs like the lungs and kidneys. This single genetic mutation leads to diverse and far-reaching effects, illustrating how one gene can influence multiple traits and health outcomes.
What supplement can a patient suffering from anemia need?
anemia is lack of red blood cells sometimes caused by not enough iron in the blood. You can take iron pills or eat spinach, liver or red meat. basically anything which is Iron rich.
I would ask a doctor as they would know more.
How much of a effect does sickle cell anemia have on white men than black?
It affects about 1 out of every 5,000 people but mostly African Americans. Since it basically has the body producing useless blood cells, it works the same on anyone who gets it.
The peripheral chemoreceptors (aortic arch and carotid bodies) are only responsive to the partial pressure of O2 in the blood not the oxygen content. Anaemia, due to low haemoglobin levels in the blood, results in low oxygen content while partial pressure of oxygen is still normal, thus the chemoreceptors won't respond
No Sickle Cell is not like Leukemia... I am not sure why people assume that. I can tell you why Hematology (blood Disorders) and Oncology (Cancer) are together in the medical field as Hem/Onc. Leukemia was the first cancer discovered because Leukemia is a cancer of the blood they put it with blood disorders. SN: Hem/Onc is the only field of medicine where if you want to treat cancer you are forced into treating blood disorders, or vice vera.
What body parts are effected in sickle cell anemia?
Since the capacity of the blood to carry oxygen is lower with sickle cell anaemia, your whole body is effected. You get tired very quickly, and because of the anormal shape of the blood cells strokes are more likely because coagulation can happen more easily.
What people are most likely to develop sickle cell anemia?
there is no specific group of people can get this disease, but i can tell you that in some country you will find the majority of sick people accumulate in one region and that due to the marriage from the same place in this case the no. of sickle disease will increase in that particular area.
What is crystalline vitamin B12?
It is known as cyanacobalamine chemically. It is the only cobalt containing vitamin and is not present in fruits and vegetables. It is important for the functioning of the brain and the nervous system. It even helps in the production of red blood cells.
It's a injection people get when there sick
What is the organs affected by anemia?
The organs affected by anemia include the heart, and the brain due to lack of oxygen in the blood.