Fatigue and Pale skin

Anemia Anemia, iron deficiency Anemia, chronic disease Dehydration (Adult) Gastrointestinal bleeding Heat exhaustion Hypothyroidism (adult) Thalassemia Underweight Vitamin B12 deficiency Anemia, hemolytic Small intestine cancer

AnemiaAnemia, a lack of red blood cells, can cause fatigue, pale skin, weakness, dizziness, headache and more. Anemia is a condition that develops when your blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells. These cells are the main transporters of oxygen to organs. If red blood cells are also deficient in hemoglobin, then your body isn't getting enough oxygen. Symptoms of anemia -- like fatigue -occur because organs aren't getting enough oxygen. Anemia is the most common blood condition in the U.S. It affects about 3.5 million Americans. Women and people with chronic diseases are at increased risk of anemia. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about what causes anemia, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more. Fatigue Pain or discomfort Lightheadedness Weight loss (unintentional) Loss of consciousness Tires quickly Pale skin Dizziness Shortness of breath Fainting Difficulty concentrating Weakness (generalized)

 Dehydration (Children)Dehydration, or not getting enough fluid, causes dry and sticky mouth, tearless crying, and more in children. Dehydration develops when the body doesn't have enough fluids to work normally. Dehydration in children -- especially infants and young children -- is fairly common because children lose fluids faster than adults. A virus that causes vomiting, fever, or diarrhea can lead to dehydration. So can high heat. Children with a sore throat or nausea may get dehydrated because they don't want to drink. Most cases of dehydration are minor. However, untreated dehydration in children can be serious or even life-threatening. Always give children extra fluids when they're vomiting, having diarrhea, or outside in hot weather. Fatigue Confusion Decreased urination Dry mouth Increased thirst Restless or irritability Fainting Drinking excessive fluids Dark colored (brown) urine Pounding heart (pulse) Sunken eyes Pale skin Constipation Dizziness Feeling faint Rapid heart rate (pulse) Thick saliva or mucus Muscle cramps or spasms (painful) Decreased sweating Low blood pressure Swollen tongue Weakness (generalized) Anemia, iron deficiencyAnemia , a lack of red blood cells, can cause fatigue, pale skin and gums, brittle nails, irritability, and more. Anemia develops slowly as the body's iron stores get used up. People with mild anemia often don't have any symptoms. As anemia progresses, most people feel very tired and may have trouble concentrating at work or at school. Depending on the cause and severity, other symptoms can occur. Treatment for anemia includes identifying and treating the cause and increasing iron levels in the body.

Iron Deficiency Anemia Symptoms

Symptoms you chose Fatigue Difficulty sleeping Headache Rapid heart rate (pulse) Difficulty concentrating Tires quickly Craving to eat ice, dirt or paper

Soreness or burning inside of mouth Pale skin Dizziness Lightheadedness Shortness of breath Muscle cramps or spasms (painful) Upward curving (spooning) of nails Cracks at corner of mouth

Anemia, chronic diseaseAnemia of chronic disease (ACD) can cause fatigue, pale skin, weakness, dizziness, headache and more. Anemia occurs when a person has too few red blood cells. These cells carry oxygen and other nutrients throughout the body. Signs of anemia can include weakness, tiredness, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and other symptoms. Anemia of chronic disease (ACD) is caused by certain inflammatory or infectious diseases, such as autoimmune disorders, cancer, kidney disease, cirrhosis, and long-term infections such as HIV and hepatitis B. ACD is likely a protective reaction the body has to the underlying disease. All living cells, including bacteria and even cancer cells, need iron. ACD limits the amount of iron that's available for whatever agent is causing the disease. Treatment for ACD consists of treating the underlying condition that is causing it.

Anemia of Chronic Disease Symptoms

Symptoms you chose Fatigue Difficulty sleeping Headache Rapid heart rate (pulse) Difficulty concentrating Tires quickly Pale skin Dizziness Lightheadedness Shortness of breath Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)

UnderweightBeing underweight means weighing less than you need for good health. Unexplained weight loss, malnutrition. Being underweight means weighing less than you need for good health. As a rough guide, having a BMI (body mass index) below 18.5 means you are underweight. You can use many online calculators to find out your BMI. Eating disorders, thyroid problems, an inadequate diet, intense exercise, alcoholism, medications, depression, and many illnesses can cause you to become underweight. Being underweight can lead to fatigue, muscle weakness, fainting or dizziness, digestive problems, hair loss, dry skin, thinning bones, missed menstrual periods, and other problems. Being severely underweight can be life-threatening.

Underweight Symptoms
Symptoms you chose Fatigue Tires quickly

 Missed or late menstrual period Pale skin Hair loss ThalassemiaThalassemia is a rare group of genetic blood disorders effecting red blood cells and leading to anemia. Thalassemia is a rare group of genetic blood disorders. They cause problems with the red blood cells that carry oxygen, which leads to anemia. There are two major types -- alpha and beta thalassemia -- with minor and major subtypes. Symptoms often appear at birth or during early childhood. Thalassemia can be life-threatening, especially if it's not treated. People with thalassemia may need blood transfusions and other treatments.

Thalassemia Symptoms
Symptoms you chose Fatigue Pain or discomfort Fever Lightheadedness Weight loss (unintentional) Dark colored (brown) urine Smooth tongue Weakness (generalized) Pale skin Decreased appetite Headache Rapid heart rate (pulse) Yellow skin Yellow eyes Sore tongue

Vitamin B12 deficiencyVitamin B12 deficiency symptoms include fatigue, pale skin, weakness, sleepiness, numbness, weakness, and more.

Vitamin B12 Deficiency Directory

Vitamin B12 deficiency is dangerous because your body needs B12 to make red blood cells. These cells bring oxygen to organs throughout the body. If there are not enough red blood cells, you may become anemic. Symptoms include fatigue, weakness, depression, dementia, numbness, paleness, and more. Those on a vegan diet may need to take a B12 supplement to prevent anemia. Treatments for a vitamin B12 deficiency include vitamin B12 shots and supplements. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how vitamin B12 deficiency is caused as well as symptoms, treatments, and much more. Vitamin B12 deficiency can occur because of a diet low in B12 or because the body can't absorb the vitamin properly. It causes anemia because the body doesn't have enough B12 to make red blood cells. Certain conditions, including Crohn's disease, celiac disease, pernicious anemia, and alcoholism make it hard for the body to absorb enough of the vitamin. Lack of vitamin B12 can

cause fatigue and, in severe cases, nerve damage and paralysis. Treatment with a balanced diet or B12 supplements or shots brings levels back to normal.

Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms

Symptoms you chose Fatigue Stiffness or decreased movement Loss of balance Numbness or tingling Personality changes Loss of coordination Paranoid behavior Weakness (generalized) Pale skin Confusion Memory problems Palpitations (fluttering in chest) Shortness of breath Abnormal gait (walking) Hallucinations

Heat exhaustionHeat exhaustion causes intense thirst, heavy sweating, pale, cool, and moist skin, muscle cramps, and more.

Heat Exhaustion Symptoms

Symptoms you chose Fatigue Dizziness Headache Excessive sweating Muscle cramps or spasms (painful) Pale skin Feeling faint Nausea or vomiting Fainting Weakness (generalized)

Heat exhaustion develops when your body can't keep itself cool. You may get it after a tough workout in the sun. Or you may develop it gradually over days if it's hot and you're not drinking enough fluids. Young children, older adults, and people with health conditions such as high blood pressure or heart disease have a higher risk. Cooling down is the treatment. Act quickly. If you don't treat heat exhaustion, you could develop heatstroke, which is more severe and sometimes deadly. Heat exhaustion occurs due to high temperatures and dehydration. Signs include nausea, dizziness, headaches, cramps, and more. Heat exhaustion can progress to heat stroke if not treated quickly. Anyone experiencing signs of heat exhaustion should drink plenty of fluids, get into cool water (shower, bath, etc), and apply other cool items such as ice or cold compresses. Follow the links

below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how heat exhaustion is caused, symptoms, treatments, prevention, and more. Gastrointestinal bleedingThe symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding include black or bloody stool or vomit, dizziness, and cramping. Gastrointestinal bleeding -- bleeding in the digestive tract -- is a symptom of an underlying condition. It can be caused by many different conditions. Most can be treated and cured, although some may be life-threatening. Bleeding in the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine can cause bright red blood in the vomit, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, or black or tarry stool. Bleeding in the lower part of the small intestine, large intestine -- including the colon and anus -- and rectum can cause dark or bright red blood in the stool. It's important to find the source of the bleeding and what's causing it to get the right treatment.

Gastrointestinal Bleeding
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Gastrointestinal Bleeding Symptoms

Symptoms you chose Fatigue Pain or discomfort Black (tar) colored stools Shortness of breath Weakness (generalized) Pale skin Bloody or red colored stools Bloody or red colored vomit Coffee grounds colored vomit

Anemia, hemolyticHemolytic anemia occurs when there aren't enough red blood cells in the blood.

Hemolytic Anemia Overview

Hemolytic anemia occurs when there aren't enough red blood cells in the blood. This happens because they are destroyed too soon. Some people are born with hemolytic anemia and some people get it when they have malaria, blood clots, sickle cell disease, other diseases or infections, or when they take certain medications.

Hemolytic Anemia Symptoms

Symptoms you chose Fatigue Difficulty sleeping Headache

Rapid heart rate (pulse) Yellow skin Muscle cramps or spasms (painful) Dark colored (brown) urine Pale skin Dizziness Lightheadedness Shortness of breath Difficulty concentrating Tires quickly Yellow eyes Small intestine cancerSmall intestine cancer is rare and often has no symptoms, but can cause symptoms in its advanced stages.

Small Intestine Cancer Symptoms

Symptoms you chose Fatigue Pain or discomfort Bloody or red colored stools Decreased appetite Nausea or vomiting Yellow skin Pale skin Bloating or fullness Black (tar) colored stools Dizziness Weight loss (unintentional) The small bowel is the portion of intestines that links the stomach to the colon, or large intestine. Cancer of the small intestine is quite rare. Still, there are 5 different types of cancer that can grow in the wall of the small bowel. Early symptoms of small bowel cancer are typically vague and nonspecific. And because the cancer is deep within the abdominal cavity, it can be hard to detect. So the cancer often is not found until it's fairly advanced. As a result, it can be a very dangerous and hard to treat condition. In later stages, small intestine cancer can cause loss of appetite, watery diarrhea or constipation, internal bleeding, and weight loss. Keep in mind that other, less serious conditions can cause symptoms similar to small bowel cancer.

Why Is My Child So Pale?

There are many different reasons why a child may appear pale. While there is usually a simple explanation for paleness, it can sometimes be a symptom of a more serious condition. If you can find no reason for your child's pallor, it is probably time for a trip to the pediatrician.

Anemia

Anemia is the most common cause of paleness in children. It is caused by a decreased number of white blood cells. Along with pale skin, it can also cause the gums and lips to pale. While there are many causes for anemia, in children it is usually caused by an iron deficiency. Iron is needed to produce red blood cells, and a body lacking in iron will not produce enough. If this is the case, an iron supplement can be prescribed and diet changes can be made to remedy the problem.

Childhood Leukemia
Paleness can be one symptom of childhood leukemia, though it will not be the only symptom present. Children with leukemia often suffer from anemia as well, which causes the skin pallor. While parents should not assume their child has leukemia based solely on pale skin, if it is accompanied by fatigue, joint pain or swelling lymph nodes a doctor should be consulted right away. If your child does have leukemia, it is important for it to be identified as early as possible so that treatment can begin.

Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a condition that causes skin to lose its color. The skin cells of people with vitiligo stop producing melanin, the pigment that causes skin to have color. This condition usually causes patches of paleness all over a person's body, regardless of the person's original skin color. The cause of vitiligo is unknown, though it may be an autoimmune disease. Having a skin condition such as this can be quite embarrassing for children and parents should be sensitive to this if their child is diagnosed with vitiligo.

Illness
Sometimes the onset of an illness such as a cold or the flu can cause your child to look pale. This paleness is usually due to a decreased oxygen flow in the bloodstream. However, paleness will not be the only symptom your child will have if her pallor is caused by an illness. Look for other cold and flu symptoms such as a cough, stuffy nose or fever. While the common cold has no cure, it is important to contact your pediatrician if your child is running a high fever.

Lack of Sun Exposure

Lack of sun exposure is often the reason a child has pale skin. Parents may notice that their child's complexion pales during the winter and may become concerned that she is sick. However, more often than not it is simply because she is spending more time indoors. To test this, bring your child outside daily, weather permitting, and see if her color returns. Talk to your doctor about the appropriate use of sunscreen, as this can differ depending on your child's age.

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What Causes Pale Skin in Children?

Anemia can be caused by an iron or vitamin B12 deficiency. This is one of the most common causes of paleness in children.

 Anemia can result from low intake of iron rich foods, impaired absorption of iron, presence of intestinal parasites, intestinal bleeding, hemolysis, chronic kidney disease, and even intake of certain medications.

In anemia, the body has decreased iron which is important because it helps blood to carry oxygen. Other common causes for paleness in children include: Albinism a rare genetic disorder where the child has partial or complete lack of melanin in the skin causing pale skin. Vitiligo patchy loss of skin color giving rise to pale looking skin. Hypothermia cool or low temperatures cause the blood vessels to constrict causing a pale appearance. Dehydration Stress Childhood diseases accompanied with fever Malnutrition Rheumatic fever Congenital heart disorders Cystic fibrosis Genetic metabolic disorders such as phenylketonuria