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Acute Posthemorrhagic Anemia

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 2, 2024.

What is acute posthemorrhagic anemia?

Acute posthemorrhagic anemia is a condition that develops when you lose a large amount of blood quickly. Anemia is a low number of red blood cells or a low amount of hemoglobin in your red blood cells. Hemoglobin is a protein that helps red blood cells carry oxygen throughout your body.

What increases my risk for acute posthemorrhagic anemia?

What are the signs and symptoms of acute posthemorrhagic anemia?

You may have any of the following, depending on how much blood you lost:

How is acute posthemorrhagic anemia diagnosed?

Your healthcare provider will examine you and ask about your symptoms. You may also need any of the following:

How is acute posthemorrhagic anemia treated?

Your healthcare provider may have you stop any medicines that are causing bleeding. Treatment depends on the amount of blood you lost, the cause of the bleeding, and your symptoms:

What can I do to manage acute posthemorrhagic anemia?

Call 911 or have someone call 911 for any of the following:

When should I seek immediate care?

When should I contact my healthcare provider?

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