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What Causes Pale Skin

Health Encyclopedia: Anemia Diagnosis

Diagnosis


The first step in any diagnosis is a physical examination to determine if the patient has symptoms of anemia and any complications. Because anemia may be the first symptom of a serious illness, determining its cause is very important. This may be difficult, particularly in the elderly, malnourished, or people with chronic diseases, whose anemia may be caused by one or more factors. A detailed medical, personal, and dietary history should report:

  • Any family or personal history of anemia
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Anemia: Symptoms
...heartbeatLightheadedness or dizzinessHeadacheRinging in the ears (tinnitus)Irritability and other mood disturbancesPale skin (however, healthy-looking skin color does not rule out anemia if a... Read more »

Medications

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...cough easy bleeding/bruising sudden weakness pale skin fast breathing A very serious... Read more »

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...serious side effects occur: tiredness weakness pale skin bluish fingernails/lips/skin ... Read more »

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This medication is used as part of a complete treatment program including non-drug therapies (e.g.,... Read more »

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...confusion sudden severe tiredness weakness pale skin bluish fingernails/lips/skin fast... Read more »

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...occur: signs of anemia (e.g., unusual tiredness, pale skin) easy bruising/bleeding ... Read more »

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