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Health Tip: Recognizing Signs of Anemia
By LadyLively on June 18, 2015
Anemia occurs when there are insufficient red blood cells, or they don’t function properly.
The American Society of Hematology says warning signs include:
- Feeling weak or dizzy.
- Having colder hands and feet.
- Having pale skin or a yellow tint.
- Feeling short of breath.
- Having an irregular or fast heartbeat.
- Hearing a whooshing sound or pounding in the ears.
- Having frequent chest pain or headache.
Source: HealthDay
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