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My red blood cells are too small to carry enough haemoglobin, what is the name of this anemia and is it common?

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Dr. Sameer Gupta answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Probably thalesemia : Based on the limited information provided.

Answered 5/10/2018

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anemia: This may be an iron deficiency anemia causing red cells to be small. This is common and the treatment is usually increasing a special type of iron in your diet or with supplements. See your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 10/12/2013

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