Megaloblastic Anemia Learning Center
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Megaloblastic anemia is a blood disorder characterized by anemia, with red blood cells that are larger than normal. This condition usually results from a deficiency of folic acid or of vitamin B-12. |
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Symptoms
Loss of appetite; Diarrhea; Tingling and numbness of hands and feet; Pale skin color; Tiredness; Headaches; Sore mout...
Causes
Deficiencies of vitamin B-12 and folic acid are the most common causes of megaloblastic anemia. Other causes are leuk...
Tests
Examination of the working of the nervous system may show abnormal reflexes, decreased position sense, and decreased ...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to find out the cause of the anemia, and the treatment depends on the cause. Anemias related...
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