Anemia

Fatigue, weakness, pallor, shortness of breath, dizziness, cold hands/feet, brittle nails, pica (craving non-food items), tachycardia

Iron deficiency (most common), B12/folate deficiency, chronic disease, hemolysis, blood loss, bone marrow disorders

Treat underlying cause; iron supplements, B12 injections, folic acid; blood transfusion if severe; erythropoiesis-stimulating agents

Monitor hemoglobin levels, assess for symptoms, educate on nutrition and supplements, administer blood products if needed

Source: NHS Scotland. For educational purposes only.