Does anemia cause respiratory issues?

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

General Practitioner

MBBS
9+ Yrs

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If you have anemia, you are likely to suffer from shortness of breathe because there is less oxygen carrying capacity in the cells. Report such issues to a doctor so that you can resolve your anemia and respiratory difficulties.

Dr. Rohinipriyanka Suggests...

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