Anaemia
Anaemia is a lack of red blood cells, which carry oxygen from the lungs around the body. It's important to treat the cause of the anaemia.
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Blood disorders
A blood disorder can occur if your red or white blood cells, smaller blood cells called platelets, or blood clotting proteins don't function as well as they should.
G6PD deficiency
G6PD deficiency or 'favism' is a genetic disorder. It leads to red blood cell breakdown upon exposure to certain triggers, but can be managed.
Haemophilia
Haemophilia is a disorder that stops blood from clotting properly. This makes bleeding hard to control. Learn more about how haemophilia is managed.
Neutropenia
Neutropenia is a condition with low neutrophil (white blood cell) levels, increasing infection risk. Seek help if you have neutropenia and a fever.
Porphyria
Porphyria are caused by a build-up of porphyrins in the body. There are several types with a wide range of symptoms. Learn about this rare disease.
Sickle cell anaemia
Sickle cell anaemia is the most common and serious form of sickle cell disease. Read more about sickle cell anaemia and how it is treated.
Thalassaemia
This inherited blood disorder prevents someone from making enough haemoglobin to carry oxygen around the body. Find out more about the types and symptoms of thalassaemia.
Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytopenia can cause bleeding problems due to low platelets. Read about TTS, the syndrome linked to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Von Willebrand disease
Von Willebrand disease is a genetic bleeding disorder where people have a blood clotting factor is either absent, low or defective.