161. Anemia - WomensHealthChannel anemia is characterized by an insufficient number of red blood cells,which carry oxygen from the lungs to tissues throughout the body. http://www.womenshealthchannel.com/anemia/index.shtml

Home Search SiteMap Ask the Dr. ... Medical Store advertisement advertisement ANEMIA Overview Blood Transfusion Alternative Treatment CONDITIONS Anemia Back Pain Bladder Control Problems Breast Cancer Bunions Cervical Cancer Cervical Dysplasia ... Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding Eating Disorders Endometrial Cancer Endometriosis Epilepsy ... Urinary Tract Infections VBAC Yeast Infection RESOURCES Clinical Trials Glossary Links Videos ... What Is a Nurse Practitioner? What Is an OB/GYN? ABOUT US Healthcommunities.com Pressroom Bibliography Overview Anemia is characterized by an insufficient number of red blood cells (RBCs). RBCs carry oxygen from the lungs to tissues throughout the body. All cells require oxygen to function. Red blood cells originate in bone marrow as erythroblasts (a "blast" is a primitive cell that develops into a mature cell). Hemoglobin (Hb), a protein that binds to oxygen, is the main component of red blood cells. Once RBCs become filled with hemoglobin they enter the bloodstream as erythrocytes. Healthy hemoglobin holds the oxygen molecules with a precise degree of force. If it binds oxygen molecules in the lungs too loosely, it cannot hold onto them and carry them away. If it binds them too tightly, it cannot release them to tissues. Red blood cell production is stimulated by the hormone erythropoietin (EPO), which is produced in the kidneys. If the kidneys fail to produce adequate EPO, anemia develops.

162. Anemia Issues anemia is associated with fatigue a feeling of weakness or diminishedphysical and mental capacity unrelieved by rest (fatigue). http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/anemia.html

Fifth Dimension Table of Contents Anemia Issues Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD Anemia Causes and Treatment Simple Anemia Overview Index CancerSupportiveCare.com SiteIndex CancerSupportiveCare.com ... Top

163. Hospital Practice: A Focused Approach To Anemia A Focused Approach to anemia RALPH CARMEL Cornell University Case CommentaryPETER A. CASSILETH University of Miami. Pernicious anemia. http://www.hosppract.com/issues/1999/02/dmmcarm.htm

A Focused Approach to Anemia RALPH CARMEL Cornell University Case Commentary: PETER A. CASSILETH University of Miami If all the elements of the complete blood cell count are considered in clinical context, they can provide an invaluable guide to the possible causes of a patient's anemia and the tests needed for definitive diagnosis. Unnecessary tests not only add to the expense of treatment but may result in delayed diagnosis and inappropriate treatment in some cases. Dr. Carmel is Professor, Department of Medicine, Cornell University Joan and Sanford I. Weill Medical College and Graduate School of Medical Sciences, New York, N. Y., and Director of Research, New York Methodist Hospital, Brooklyn. Dr. Cassileth is Professor and Chair, Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of Miami School of Medicine. Case Presentation A 70-year-old African American woman presented with progressive weakness and fatigue. The symptoms had begun about a month earlier, and she no longer felt well enough to do her housework or take her daily walk. Although her breathing was normal at rest, she was too short of breath to walk more than two or three blocks. ; red cell distribution width (RDW), 19.8% (normal, 12%-15%), white blood cell count, 3,900/mm

164. Earl J. Goldberg Aplastic Anemia Foundation - Home Offers information about the organization, contact details, education and awareness and patient services. http://www.ejgaaf.org/

Upcoming Events Open Board Meeting User ID: Password: While not required, please sign on, in order for us to serve you better! What are Aplastic Anemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes? Aplastic Anemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes are diseases that cause bone marrow failure that result in decreased production of red cells, white cells and platelets. Each disease may have multiple causes, either acquired or inherited. Acquired causes include exposure to certain chemicals, drugs, pesticides, excessive radiation or viral infections. Inherited disease is caused by a genetic disorder. Treatments include drug therapies and bone marrow transplantation. These important goals of the EJGAAF are achieved through your support! Take the Challenge! You can make this happen! Our Mission Finding a Cure ... Patient Services EJGAAF is a 501(c)3 non-profit volunteer organization. You are visitor no:

165. Aplastic Anemia Sufferer Bruce Lande moderates a site specifically dedicated to AA. Includes stories of others, links, suggestions and other useful information. http://www.aplasticcentral.com

Aplastic Anemia and Autoimmune Diseases book on sale!! Entire Web Aplastic Central BASICS RESEARCH Talk HOLISTIC ... EHCD DETOX HOLISTIC SPIRIT FIND A DOC COFFEE ENEMA ... Meals Thank you for visiting Aplastic Anemia Central. If this is your first visit, you may want to start by clicking here. I hope you find the information and stories useful in your own personal struggle. You will learn of the successes and failures of many Aplastic Anemia and MDS patients-some using conventional treatment protocols and others using alterative approaches. Judge for yourself what is working and take the time to learn everything you can about yourself, the illnesses and the approaches used to treat them. If you have questions, please visit the forum , an area where patients support patients or feel free to email me directly at bdl@twcny.rr.com

166. Having Patience When You Are The Patient! A positive survival story. http://www.geocities.com/hotsprings/villa/4803

My name is Shari and I am an Aplastic Anemia Survivor. I am just beginning to build this page, so please be patient! In the mean time, please feel free to e-mail me at MIRACL2100@aol.com Thank you! SOMETHING ABOUT ME!!! I am a 33 year old female in remission with Aplastic Anemia. I was diagnosed in November of 1985. I was treated with over 200 blood transfusions(red cells and platelets), prednisone(steroids), ATG(Anti-Thymocyte Globulin), then, eventually had a splenectomy(removal of the spleen) in September of 1986. I was told I was in remission in the Spring of 1987. I can't ever be told that I'm cured, because, I have never had a bone marrow transplant. A bone marrow transplant is the only known CURE. Unfortunately, a perfect match could not be found for me. When I was diagnosed, my white count didn't exist at all. My hemoglobin was 4.0, and my platelet count was only 500(normal is 150,000-350,000). Therefore, my immune system was "shot". I was open to get all kinds of infections. I was bruised all over, had terrible migraines, and low blood pressure. The doctors even had to stop my menstrual cycle so I wouldn't bleed the little blood that I had left. You may be thinking, well, what's the miracle!! Well, that was all of the negative information. Now, for the positive: I've been in remission for 10 years now; I went on to finish college(I was a junior when I got sick), and, I got married. I didn't know if I'd make it through the Aplastic Anemia, and, not only have I survived the illness, I brought a new life into this world! On March 3, 1995, I delivered a healthy beautiful girl named Alexa. Her middle name is Faythe(for all the faith I had to get through the illness). I had the child that I never thought I could have, due to all of the medications I had taken.

167. Aplastic Anemia And Traditional Chinese Medicine In China Describes in detail how TCM practitioners in China solve this disorder with traditional Chinese strategies and herbs. http://www.tcmtreatment.com/images/diseases/aplastic-anemia.htm

TCM Hospital: Aplastic Anemia And Traditional Chinese Medicine In China Aplastic anemia is a clinical syndrome caused by a variety of etiological factors (some of them are unknown) which lead to hematopoietic disorder of bone marrow. Clinically, it is characterized by panhematopenia resulting in anemia, hemorrhage and infections. The disease often occurs in young adults. It is more common in males than in female. In TCM, it is categorized as "xu lao" (consumptive disease), "xue zheng" (blood trouble), etc. Main Points of Diagnosis According to the clinical features and pictures of bone marrow, the disease can be divided into two types¡ªacute and chronic. 1. Acute aplastic anemia: The onset is abrupt with rapid progress of the disease. There are marked symptoms of anemia, hemorrhage and infection, particularly symptoms of severe and extensive bleeding. Intracranial hemorrhage is the leading cause of death. 2.Chronic aplastic anemia: The onset of the disease is slow, and the course is persistent. Anemia is the major symptom, while the symptoms of hemorrhage and infection are relatively mild and easy to be controlled.

168. Sickle Cell Information Center Home Page The Mission of the Sickle Cell Information Center www.SCInfo.org.The mission of this site is to provide sickle cell patient and http://www.emory.edu/PEDS/SICKLE/

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169. Seek Wellness May 25, 2004. Congratulations to Don for being named USA Triathlon sMale Grandmaster Duathlete of the Year. Incontinence Center http://wellweb.com/

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170. Seek Wellness May 15, 2004. Congratulations to Don for being named USA Triathlon sMale Grandmaster Duathlete of the Year. Incontinence Center http://wellweb.com/INDEX/QSICKLE.HTM

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171. Hematology And Medical Oncology At Oregon Health & Science University Current Hem Onc Physicians Staff Internal Pages. Division of Hematology Medical Oncology. The disease of cancer will be banished http://www.ohsu.edu/hemonc/

General About the Division In the News Lance Armstrong Foundation For Patients General Information Helpful Links Clinical Trials Clinics Hem Onc BMT/Leukemia Prostate Heinrich/Corless Laboratories For Health Professionals Conferences Faculty Information Career Opportunities Fellowship Program Current Internal Pages Medical Oncology "The disease of cancer will be banished from life by calm, unhurrying, persistent men and women, working with every shiver of feeling controlled and suppressed in hospitals and laboratories, and the motive that will conquer cancer will not be pity or horror; it will be curiosity to know how and why." H.G. Wells, 1901 is dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer and disorders of the blood in adults. About the Division Clinics Hematological Malignancies Hematology / Oncology Hem Onc in the News Conferences / Grand Rounds Physician Career Opportunities Heinrich and Corless Laboratories Physician Resource Page - (Hem Onc faculty and staff only) Clinical Trials Helpful Links for Patients and Physi cians Faculty Information Internal pages (intranet access only) Lance Armstrong Foundation

172. FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Questions submitted to the Web site by patients,clinicians, and others. Click on a Topic Category Sickle Cell Disease. http://www.scinfo.org/faq.htm

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Questions submitted to the Web site by patients, clinicians, and others Click on a Topic Category: Sickle Cell Disease Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant Sickle Cell Trait and G6PD Students and Teachers ... Sickle Cell Newborn Screening Ask a question - contact the Sickle Cell Center staff at aplatt@emory.edu Send mail to aplatt@emory.edu with questions or comments about this web site. Sickle Cell Information Center Last modified: June 11, 2002

173. Sickle Cell Disease Overview. Brief History of Sickle Cell Disease Hemoglobin Basics HemoglobinSynthesis How Does Sickle Cause Disease? Sickle Syndrome http://sickle.bwh.harvard.edu/menu_sickle.html

Overview Brief History of Sickle Cell Disease Hemoglobin Basics Hemoglobin Synthesis How Does Sickle Cause Disease? ... Sickle Cell Trait Management Considerations Development of a Comprehensive Care Program for Patients with Sickle Cell Disease Management Overview Outpatient Management Issues Newborn Screening ... Bone Marrow Transplantation Children's Hospital Oakland Cord Blood Program Transition of Patients with Sickle Cell Disease from Pediatric to Adult Care Research Red Cell Hydration and Sickle Cell Disease

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