Posthemorrhagic anemia is the result of blood loss and is characterized by a shortage of iron-containing elements in human blood plasma. There are two forms of anemia - acute and chronic. They differ in the symptoms, causes and method of treatment, therefore, before appointing a course of treatment, the doctor must determine the form of the disease.
Chronic posthemorrhagic anemia
Chronic anemia is characterized by the following symptoms:
- strong weakness;
- pallor of the face;
- dry mouth ;
- vomiting;
- dizziness;
- cold sweat;
- low pressure;
- faster pulse.
The main criteria for determining the clinical picture of the disease is the amount of lost blood, the rate of its expiration and the source of blood loss.
Chronic form of anemia occurs due to prolonged moderate blood loss, which provokes gastrointestinal bleeding (eg, ulcer) or gynecological and urological diseases. Therefore, in the presence of these diseases, measures are taken against anemia.
Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Acute anemia develops as a result of rapid loss of large amounts of blood, which is why oxidative processes develop. The development of severe or moderate severity of posthemorrhagic anemia is determined by the rate and amount of blood loss, and also the degree of addiction to the new conditions of life.
Acute blood loss can trigger the destruction of the walls of blood vessels, by trauma or various diseases, for example:
- a stomach ulcer ;
- tuberculosis;
- a lung infarction;
- pathological births, etc.
Also, the destruction of the walls of blood vessels can be caused by the disruption of the hemostasis system.
Treatment of anemia
The first thing to do when treating anemia is to stop bleeding, as it is the cause of the disease. Then carry out anti-shock measures. If necessary, blood is poured. The reasons for this are:
- prolonged bleeding;
- the drop in systolic blood pressure to 90 mm Hg. Art. and below;
- increased heart rate.
As a therapy, polyglucinum is used up to two liters per day. To improve microcirculation, rheopolyglucin or albumins are used. In order to improve the rheological properties of blood, dilute the erythrocyte mass in rheopolyglucin in a ratio of 1: 1. These drugs in the complex can cure the patient with anemia.