Anemia of Inflammation
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Anemia of inflammation, also called anemia of chronic disease, is a decrease in red blood cells that appears in the context of inflammatory processes or prolonged illnesses in the body. The body does not use available iron well to make blood.
Common causes: It usually accompanies persistent infections, inflammatory diseases, or certain chronic conditions.
What may be felt: Fatigue, weakness, paleness, or lack of energy, which are often confused with the symptoms of the underlying disease.
Which specialist studies it? The hematologist is the one who analyzes the origin of the anemia and its relationship with other conditions. If you have persistent fatigue along with an underlying condition, a specialized evaluation will help clarify the cause.
Data on 46 doctors who treat anemia of inflammation
Which specialist treats anemia of inflammation?
Anemia caused by inflammation is diagnosed and monitored by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders. You can find hematologists available for your case.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in anemia of inflammation
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Dr. Jetzabel Ortiz
Dr. Axel Bermúdez Sotelo
Dr. Joel Ruben Canuto Resendiz
Frequently asked questions
What is anemia of inflammation?
Anemia of inflammation, also called anemia of chronic disease, is a decrease in red blood cells that appears in the context of inflammatory processes or prolonged illnesses in the body. The body does not use available iron well to make blood.
Which doctor treats anemia of inflammation?
Anemia caused by inflammation is diagnosed and monitored by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders. You can find hematologists available for your case.