Oh and a couple of other things: Alcohol abuse can also cause enlarged RBCs. Any alcohol intake over 2 drinks (woman) and 3 drinks (man) per day can lead to bone marrow damage and increased RBC size. Also, if you recently became very anemic...
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What are some known causes of enlarged red blood cells, other than a vitamin B-12 deficiency? Any info is appreciated. Thanks ... View Full Version : enlarged red blood cells ... HealthBoards Message Boards > Health Issues > Blood and Blood Vessel > enlarged red blood cells...
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I had a blood test a year or 2 ago and the only thing found was "enlarged red blood cells." My doctor said this was commonly associated with alcoholics. ... Sludge in the gallbladder is another problem entirely, and could possibly cause biliary colic (gallbladder "attack") but is usually left alone in the absense of any symptoms.
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Enlarged red blood cells are called macrocytes. Since this forum is designed for issues pertaining to HIV-related fatigue and anemia, I'll assume you need information on enlarged blood cells as the condition relates to anemia. ... The treatment, of course, depends on the cause. Vitamin deficiencies are treated...
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The size of the red blood cells will also be examined. Enlarged red cells are caused by folate (and/or vitamin B12) deficiency. If they are found in the test, the condition is called macrocytic anaemia. Finding enlarged red cells in the blood can help to diagnose anaemia but does not prove the cause.
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It can also cause confusion, depression, ... Enlarged red cells are caused by vitamin B12 (and/or folate) deficiency. If they are found in the test, the condition is called macrocytic anaemia. Finding enlarged red cells in the blood can help to diagnose anaemia but does not show what has caused it.
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; Enlarged Spleen ... "...During the normal breakdown of old red blood cells, their hemoglobin is converted into bilirubin..."; Relationship to Malaria; "Malaria can cause jaundice through the loss of red blood cells..."
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If hepatitis is suspected, your health care provider will feel and tap your chest and back to determine if your liver or spleen is enlarged or tender. Your provider will request a blood test, possibly a urine test ... Unlike other white blood cells, ... Celiac disease has long been recognized as a cause of chronic liver pathology.
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I have abnormally enlarged red blood cells as well. Normal size 100 mine are 106. I have tried (with my dr) folic acid. didn't do anything for the size but certainly made my hair grow very fast so I was processing the F A correctly.
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