Anemia is a common issue for older adults, but many don’t realize that iron supplements aren’t always the right treatment. Dr. Leslie Kernisan, a geriatrician, sheds light on what really causes anemia, how it’s diagnosed, and the best ways to treat it. Important information about symptoms to watch for, questions to ask your doctor, and the 10 most common causes of anemia in aging adults. Anemia is not just a diagnosis — it’s often a sign of an underlying health issue.
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Chapters:
00:00 Why anemia is important
03:05 Defining anemia: CBC, hemoglobin & hematocrit
06:30 Symptoms of anemia
09:40 Causes of anemia
15:46 Causes of blood loss and iron deficiency
19:45 Diagnosing anemia
21:34 Testing for causes of anemia
24:18 When to transfuse for anemia
25:15 What to ask doctors about anemia
28:36 When to take iron for anemia
32:12 Anemia recap
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