Anemia can be short or long term. The condition can range from mild to severe.

People with anemia can:

• Appear pale
• Feel cold
• Get tired easily
• Be weak, lightheaded, or dizzy
• Have impaired balance and increased risk of falling or have trouble walking
• Have racing heartbeats and become short of breath.

People with anemia may have:

• Trouble thinking, remembering, and learning
• Depression
• Lower quality of life

Last Updated November 2022