Anaemia can be a major health problem, and it can result in fatigue, depression and reduced resistance to infections. It can be caused by simple iron deficiency or other, more serious medical conditions. The treatments can be troublesome, and this book explains how to cope. It offers information about the different kinds of anaemia and practical advice on how to manage with the symptoms. It explains the special problems for pregnant women and older people, and discusses ways of coping with the side-effects of treatment.