10 Key Indicators of Kaposi Sarcoma

9. Anemia

Anemia happens when there are abnormally low numbers of red blood cells in the blood. Red blood cells are important as they carry oxygen to your organs through the blood. Those with anemia tend to feel weak and run down and even experience heart palpitations and shortness of breath. Cancer and the drugs used to fight them can cause red blood cells to fall below average and results in anemia, especially from the slow bleeding of sores or lesions. Anemia is a common condition and easily rectified with a healthy diet and supplements. However, for people living with cancer, it is harder to regain normal red blood cell levels because the body is fighting disease or in treatment.