Talk with your doctor about your personal risk factors or concerns with anemia. By talking openly and regularly with your doctor, you can take an active role in your care.
Here are some tips that will make it easier for you to talk to your doctor:
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Last reviewed September 2019 by EBSCO Medical Review Board Marcin Chwistek, MD