What are the symptoms of aplastic anemia?

What are the symptoms of aplastic anemia?

Many people with this condition present with minimal symptoms, but with low blood counts. Most common symptoms include:

• Bleeding/bruising easily.
• Heavy menstrual bleeding.
• Dyspnea (shortness of breath).
• Fatigue.
• Frequent infections.

Aplastic anemia symptoms can affect people differently. They may come on slowly or suddenly. Some people may have manageable, mild symptoms. Others may have symptoms that indicate severe aplastic anemia. Severe aplastic anemia requires urgent medical treatment.