How is anemia treated by a hematologist?

Anemia: There are many different types of anemia with nearly as many possible underlying causes. Each might be treated differently. A hematologist is likely to look at a blood smear under a microscope to see the types and sizes of cells, in addition to lab analyses, and occasionally will need a bone marrow biopsy. Treatment could be medication, transfusion or other modality depending on the cause.

Depends entirely on : the type of anemia you have. Scenario: patient is referred to outpatient hematology clinic, or patient is hospitalized, so the primary service consults the specialty. In either case, the reason for the anemia will be sought first. Hemorrhage? Sickle cell? Thalassemia? Aplastic? Iron or B12 deficiency? Overactive spleen? Alcohol or other drug? Kidney disease? Etiology determines treatment plan.

Many causes: There are many causes of anemia. They are categorized by mechanism: blood loss, faulty or decreased red blood cell production, or destruction of red blood cells. Iron deficiency caused by blood loss is the most common. Many doctors treat common anemias by eliminating the cause (source of bleeding), prescribing supplements (iron/B12),but a hematologist is needed for more complex diagnosis/treatment