Anemia
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Anemia Complications
Complications of anemia may include:
Congestive heart failure
Difficulty swallowing
Enlarged spleen
Heart attack
Stomatitis
Stroke
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Anemia Underlying Cause
Related Conditions
Aplastic anemia
Hemolytic anemia
Iron deficient anemia
Megaloblastic anemia
Pernicious anemia
Sickle cell anemia
Thalassemia
Rapid Pulse Checkup
Breathing difficulty
Dizziness
Palpitations
Weakness or fatigue
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