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Does Fanconi anemia carry a risk of leukemia?

My son was diagnosed with Fanconi anemia when he was 3 years old. Can this blood disorder cause kids to develop leukemia in the future? He's 6 years old and has had a few blood...

What are the side effects of a blood transfusion?

I needed a blood transfusion after a surgery that I had, where I lost a lot of blood. But ever since my transfusion, I've had back pain and my skin looks flushed. Yesterday I...

Is low ferritin related to breathing problems?

I recently had routine blood work done, and my doctor saw that my ferritin level was low. He thinks that this has something to with my shortness of breath. Is a low level of...

What causes a clotting disorder?

I'm 19 and have a clotting disorder. I do have a family history of blood clots from my grandfather (maternal) and my mother. However, my mother only had clots in her legs and...

What is a CBC and why do I need it?

My doctor wants me to take a CBC after experiencing a lack of energy and feeling fatigued. What exactly is this test, and what is it supposed to indicate?

Could low iron levels be making me dizzy?

I'm 30 years old, and I've been having some issues with feeling light-headed and dizzy. My doctor told me the only thing that's off is that my iron levels are pretty low. Is...

Would Factor V Leiden make pregnancy high-risk?

I'm 24, and I was diagnosed with Factor V Leiden a few years ago after seeing how frequently I get blood clots. I want to start a family in the future, but I'm worried about any...

Does it usually take a long time to diagnose leukemia?

My daughter's friend was diagnosed with leukemia and she's only 14 years old. However, apparently she has been experiencing these symptoms for more than 2 years and was just now...

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