Anemia physical examination

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Overview

Common in all causes anemia

• Pallor (pale skin, mucosal linings and nail beds) is often a useful diagnostic sign in moderate or severe anemia, but it is not always apparent. Commonly seen in nail bed, palm crease, and conjunctiva.

Iron deficiency anemia

• Cheilosis
• Koilonychia
• Glossitis