Symptoms Of Aplastic Anemia
Dizziness
Feeling dizzy is a common symptom of anemia in general, and aplastic anemia is no exception. In typical anemia, this results from a lack of red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. Since aplastic anemia also involves a lack of red blood cells, it has some symptoms in common with typical anemia. However, aplastic anemia tends to be more serious and may manifest in more severe symptoms, such as severe dizziness and fainting, often attributed to the other missing blood cells in addition to red blood cells. Patients may also feel simply lightheaded if their aplastic anemia is not severe. Frequently feeling lightheaded or dizzy can interfere with everyday activities and should always be checked out by a doctor.
Continue reading to learn about the symptom to watch for regarding the heart.
Irregular Heartbeat
Patients with aplastic anemia often have an irregular heartbeat or heart palpitations because a lack of red blood cells can prompt the heart to work harder to pump oxygen throughout the body. Basically, the heart is overcompensating for the lack of blood cells, which is very bad for the health of the heart because it can become overworked and strained. An abnormal heartbeat is a severe symptom because it can lead to more heart abnormalities and eventually heart failure. Any unusual heart-related symptoms, including irregular heartbeat, heart palpitations, and a fast heart rate, need to be checked by a doctor right away.
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