Anemia and Blood Diseases

Healthy Blood, Healthy Life!
Blood is a vital fluid that carries oxygen to every cell in our body. If the blood does not function properly and in sufficient quantities, it can lead to many health problems in the body. As Ento Surgical Medical Center, we provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment services for anemia and other blood diseases. Anemia and blood diseases can cause serious health problems if left untreated, so early diagnosis and treatment are of great importance.
Anemia:
Anemia is the condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to every part of the body. Anemia can cause symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, and dizziness by reducing the oxygen carrying capacity.

Types of Anemia:
- Iron deficiency anemia: It develops when the body does not get enough iron. Iron is found in the structure of red blood cells.
- Vitamin deficiency anemia: B12 or folic acid deficiencies can cause anemia.
- Chronic disease anemia: Long-term illnesses can affect blood production.
- Hemolytic anemia: It develops when the body destroys red blood cells more than normal.
- Aplastic anemia: It occurs when the bone marrow does not produce enough blood cells.

Symptoms:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Pale skin color
- Dizziness or fainting
- Shortness of breath
- Palpitations
- Cold hands and feet

#### Blood Diseases:
Blood diseases are diseases that affect the body's blood structure and the function of blood cells. These diseases can lead to a wide range of health problems, from the production of blood cells to their functions.

Blood Diseases and Types:
- Leukemia (Blood Cancer): It is a type of cancer that occurs when blood and bone marrow cells grow uncontrollably.
- Lymphoma: Cancer develops in the lymph nodes or blood cells.
- Hemophilia: Problems occur in the blood's clotting mechanism, making it difficult to stop bleeding.
- Thalassemia: A genetic disease that causes red blood cells to break more than normal.
- Polycythemia: Characterized by excessive production of red blood cells, it can increase the consistency of the blood and lead to vascular occlusion.

Symptoms:
- Long-term and uncontrollable bleeding
- Nosebleeds
- Increased tendency to bleed and bruise
- Excessive weight loss, night sweats and fever
- Yellowing of the skin
- Painful and swollen lymph nodes

Treatment Methods:
Ento Surgical Medical Center offers the most effective solutions to its patients with its team specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of anemia and blood diseases. A personalized treatment plan is created for each patient.
- Drug Therapy: Iron supplements, vitamin B12 or folic acid drugs are usually used in the treatment of anemia. In blood diseases, methods such as chemotherapy, immunosuppressive drugs and blood transfusion may be required.
- Blood Transfusion: Blood transfusion can be applied in case of blood loss or when the number of blood cells decreases due to blood diseases.
- Surgical Intervention: Surgical interventions such as bone marrow transplant or radiotherapy may be required in cancer types such as leukemia and lymphoma.
- Diet and Lifestyle Changes: Adequate nutrition and regular exercise can help improve blood health. A diet rich in iron, folic acid and vitamin B12 is recommended.

1. What causes anemia and how is it treated?
Anemia is usually caused by reasons such as iron deficiency, vitamin deficiencies, blood loss or bone marrow problems. Treatment is usually done with iron supplements, vitamin B12 and folic acid support. In addition, it is necessary to see a specialist physician to determine and treat the underlying cause.

2. How are blood diseases diagnosed?
Diagnosis of blood diseases is usually done with advanced tests such as blood tests, bone marrow biopsy, lymph node ultrasonography and tomography. Early diagnosis of blood diseases provides the beginning of an effective treatment process. Ento Surgical Medical Center has comprehensive testing and treatment options for blood diseases.