10 Signs of Being Anemic
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Sign #6: Pale Skin
Do you know that some animals have purple blood? This is because, unlike us, they use copper or other elements to help them transport their blood. We use iron, which directly gives blood its deep red color. This redness also helps to give our skin a reddish glow, and people with anemia can lose this glow.
With fewer red blood cells having an effect on our appearance, we are likely to become paler than usual. Indeed, paleness is often what will alert medical professionals to anemia in the first place and the symptom is somewhat iconic of anemia. It is particularly noticeable in areas where the blood lies just beneath the surface, such as in the gums.
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