Anonymous

3 years

I have had pale palm and lips for many many years and I suspect that I might have anemia. However, I do not have cold hands and feet which is one of the symptoms of anemia

Hi doctor!
As a kid, I had pink lips and cheeks. However as I got older, my palms and lips are very very pale to the point that people will often ask if I’m sick. And it has been this case for years. I don’t feel cold hands or feet but might this be anemia?

Dr Ramzdhan,

3 years

Thank you for your questions. The following answers regarding your current queries are just general descriptions due to the limited information provided by you. Click on this link (DoctorOnCall) for a private consultation with our doctors.

First and foremost, we truly understand your concerns regarding your symptoms and other health problems you might be facing. For your information, other symptoms of anemia includes:

  • Episodes of fainting
  • Tiredness
  • Pale discolouration of mucosal membrane
  • Dizziness

The only way to confirm the diagnosis of anemia is to have a blood checkup in which your total Hemoglobin will be checked.

In order for us to provide you with an accurate choice of treatment and management, we need additional details to explore further into your current complaints. Therefore, we greatly suggest that you refer this to your nearest medical doctor. You may also click on this link (DoctorOnCall) to speak with our doctors online. We assure you that our conversations are kept in confidentiality unless additional consultation needed with other medical parties. Thank you.
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