Anemia Due To Cancer Chemotherapy

Overview

Anemia due to Cancer Chemotherapy happens when a cancer patient receives chemotherapy. Anemia is a frequent complication of malignancy and is aggravated by chemotherapy. This is because the chemotherapy has effects on the bone marrow and erythrocytes.

Signs and Symptoms

Tiredness, Dizziness, Palpitations, Headache, Shortness of breath, Confusion, Poor concentration, Pallor of conjunctiva, Tachycardia, Postural hypotension, Chest pain

Common Causes

Bone marrow damage, Damage to erythrocytes, Kidney damage

Risk Factors

Bone marrow damage, Damage to erythrocytes, Kidney damage

Investigation Techniques

Full blood count, Differential white count, Peripheral blood film, Iron studies, Hematocrit levels, Bone marrow test, Kidney function test

Treatment and Prevention

Blood transfusion, Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESA), Folic acid supplements, Iron supplements, Bone marrow transplantation