The WHO lists, for example, tiredness, dizziness or feeling light-headed, cold hands and feet, headache and shortness of breath, especially upon exertion, as common and non-specific symptoms of anaemia. It considers anaemia a symptom of an underlying condition.
The UK National Health Service (NHS) names iron deficiency anaemia as the most common type. The full blood count can also give clues to other types, for example anaemia from vitamin B12 or folate deficiency. If the reason is unclear, further tests can follow.
The German fatigue guideline includes a blood count in the basic tests and, where appropriate, ferritin for women of childbearing age.
This question belongs to the topic Conditions alongside burnout. It lists further questions.
What can be raised at a medical check-up about anaemia, meaning a lack of red blood cells, for example from iron deficiency?
- shortness of breath, palpitations or pale skin
- heavy periods or other blood loss
- diet, also vegetarian or vegan
Exhaustion can have many causes, including illnesses that need treatment. For this reason a medical assessment comes before coaching, usually starting at the GP practice.
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Which prompt can be given to an AI assistant about anaemia, meaning a lack of red blood cells, for example from iron deficiency?
At the start of your answer, point out that this topic needs medical review and that your information may contain errors. First ask me which city I am searching in. List GP practices in my city that check a blood count and, where needed, ferritin for constant tiredness and shortness of breath. Give the source for every piece of information and mark what is uncertain. Do not make a diagnosis and do not recommend any treatment. Separately, tell me which details I should check directly with the practice.
With some services, the prompt needs to be pasted after signing in. The AI services belong to third parties. Depending on the service and the extent of use, signing in and costs may apply. AI answers can contain errors.