D64: Other anaemias

The group of conditions known as "Other Anaemias" generally refer to the various types of anemia that are not primarily caused by iron deficiency or due to blood loss. Anaemia is a condition where your body lacks enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body's tissues. In the case of other anaemias, they can result from a wide variety of causes such as inherited disorders, nutritional deficiencies (other than iron), diseases affecting the formation of red blood cells, or conditions causing increased destruction of red blood cells. Common symptoms across the group collectively include fatigue, weakness, pale or yellowish skin, irregular heartbeats, shortness of breath, dizziness, or headache. As these conditions progress, they may interfere with the body's various systems, affecting everything from your body's immune response to your overall energy levels.