Anemia occurs when your body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen, often going unnoticed. It’s easy to mistake its signs for stress or poor sleep.

1. Constant Fatigue
“You may feel tired even after a full night’s rest.” Tasks that used to be easy suddenly wear you out due to low oxygen levels in the body.

2. Pale or Yellowish Skin
Your skin, especially on the face, inner eyelids, or nails, may appear pale. This signals a low red blood cell count.

3. Shortness of Breath
“The body tries to compensate for the lack of oxygen by increasing your breathing rate.” Feeling winded after light activity may be a clue.

4. Cold Hands and Feet
Anemia affects circulation. Your body keeps oxygen for vital organs, which can make extremities feel cold.

5. Dizziness or Lightheadedness
Low oxygen to the brain can cause dizzy spells, especially when standing up quickly.