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What is Anemia?

Anemia happens when your body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells or when your red blood cells don’t work properly. Red blood cells carry oxygen from your lungs to all parts of your body. When you have anemia, your body’s tissues don’t get enough oxygen, which can make you feel tired and weak.

There are many different types of anemia, and it can be caused by different things like not getting enough iron, having kidney disease, or having certain chronic illnesses.

Anemia and Kidney Disease

People with kidney disease often develop anemia because healthy kidneys make a hormone called erythropoietin (EPO) that tells your body to make red blood cells. When kidneys don’t work well, they may not make enough EPO, leading to anemia.

Anemia from kidney disease can make you feel:

  • Very tired or weak
  • Short of breath
  • Dizzy or lightheaded
  • Cold, especially in your hands and feet
  • Like your heart is beating fast

Why Are We Studying Anemia?

While we have some treatments for anemia, especially anemia related to kidney disease, researchers are working to find:

  • Better ways to treat anemia with fewer side effects
  • Treatments that work faster and last longer
  • Medications that are easier to take
  • Ways to prevent anemia from developing
  • Treatments that improve how people feel day-to-day

Clinical research studies help us test new approaches that might give people with anemia better outcomes and more energy for daily activities.

Our Anemia Research Program

Our office is currently conducting research focused on anemia treatment, particularly anemia related to kidney disease. We’re testing new medications and treatment approaches that might help people with anemia feel better and have more energy.

We work with leading medical centers and pharmaceutical companies to bring innovative anemia treatments to our community. This means you might have access to promising new therapies that aren’t yet widely available.

What Does Participation Mean?

If you join our anemia study, you’ll receive:

  • Care from specialists who understand anemia and kidney disease
  • Regular blood tests to monitor your red blood cell levels at no cost
  • Access to study medications (when applicable)
  • Close monitoring of how you’re feeling and your energy levels
  • Coordination with your other doctors
  • Support from our experienced research team

Could You Be Eligible?

People with anemia might be eligible for our study, but specific requirements vary. We typically look at:

  • Your current red blood cell and hemoglobin levels
  • What’s causing your anemia
  • Whether you have kidney disease
  • What anemia treatments you’ve tried before
  • Your overall health
  • Other medical conditions you might have
  • What medications you’re currently taking

Your Safety and Comfort Come First

Your safety is our top priority. We follow strict guidelines to protect everyone who takes part in our studies, all of which are reviewed by independent medical ethics boards. Throughout the study, we’ll closely monitor your health to ensure your well-being. Your involvement is entirely voluntary, and you may withdraw from the study at any point without obligation.

Making a Difference

By joining our research, you’re not just potentially helping your own condition – you’re contributing to medical knowledge that could help millions of people with anemia.  Your participation helps us understand what works best and guides future treatment options.

Next Steps

Anemia affects everyone differently, and each person’s needs for treatment can vary. The best way to find out if our current anemia study might be right for you is to talk with our research team.

We’ll explain the study and answer all your questions about what participation would involve. We understand that feeling tired from anemia can make decisions feel harder, and we’re here to give you all the information you need without any pressure.

Ready to learn more? Contact our office at 208-984-2273 to speak with our research team about our current anemia study opportunity. We’re here to help you understand your options with no obligation.

 

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