Sports anemia is generally a self-limiting condition in athletes that does not require medical treatment.
Supports observation over treatment for sports anemia in athletes; leaves open need for prospective validation.
Sports anemia has been referred to as an anemic or borderline anemic state in physically active individuals, particularly athletes. This paper is a review of literature on sports anemia, including whom it may affect and its effect on performance, and its diagnosis. In general, sports anemia has been found to be a self-limiting condition and usually does not require treatment.
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