Should I be concerned about being preimenopause and having anemia?

Answer by  Kriket (1029)

Menopause is hard on even the healthiest woman. The hormone fluctuations can cause all sorts of undesired effects. Being anemic doesn't put you at a special risk. The stop of your monthly my help your iron count.

Answer by  shijo (861)

Anaemia is most common in females after an menopause. So this should be treated as soon as possible. Anaemia is decrease in RBC.

Answer by  jaimesgirl (1055)

Anemia is sometimes associated with menses, though it can also be caused by a variety of other conditions. See your physician to determine the cause of your anemia.

Answer by  NurseB (513)

Although anemia is more prevelant in menopausal women it can be a factor throughout life, with men as well. Anemia is always a cause for concern. Iron tablets & raisins!

Answer by  cocarabbit (107)

Anemia is a defeciency of a needed product in your blood. You may have heavy blood loss during your periods, which may be causing the defeciency.