Normocytic anemia

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Normocytic Anemia

Normocytic anemia (pronounced: nor-mo-si-tik uh-nee-mee-uh) is a type of anemia where the body has an insufficient number of red blood cells, but the size of the red blood cells is normal. The term "normocytic" is derived from the Greek words "normos" meaning normal, and "kytos" meaning cell.

Causes

Normocytic anemia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including chronic disease, hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells), and aplastic anemia (a condition where the body stops producing enough new blood cells). It can also be a result of bone marrow failure or certain autoimmune diseases.

Symptoms

Symptoms of normocytic anemia can include fatigue, weakness, pale skin, shortness of breath, and irregular heartbeat. These symptoms are similar to those of other types of anemia, such as microcytic anemia and macrocytic anemia.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of normocytic anemia typically involves a complete blood count (CBC) test, which measures the number and size of red blood cells. Other tests may be used to determine the underlying cause of the anemia.

Treatment

Treatment for normocytic anemia depends on the underlying cause. This may involve treating the underlying disease, taking iron supplements, or in severe cases, a blood transfusion.

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