Side effects
Anemia
Anemia
Low red cells or hemoglobin can cause fatigue and breathlessness.
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What is it?
Treatment or cancer can contribute; blood tests help assess it.[1]
What to track and discuss
Track breathlessness and dizziness; discuss treatment for the cause.[1]
When to get help promptly
Severe breathlessness at rest, chest pain or fainting needs urgent care.[1]
Questions for your care team
- What is causing the anemia and what further care is needed?
Sources and scope
Source documents are in English.
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General information based on official public sources. This is not a complete list of uses or side effects. Individual treatment decisions require your care team and current source documents. US-source uses do not establish local approval or reimbursement.