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Question: What effect does alcohol have on anemia?

Answer: Anemia has many different types and causes. Alcohol can cause anemia by suppressing the body's ability to make blood normally. Alcohol use can also lead to conditions that increase the risk of bleeding, poor nutrition, and chronic disease that leads to anemia. If you have questions about using alcohol during cancer treatment, talk with your healthcare provider.

(Source: University of Rochester Medical Center, 03 Aug 2025)

Source Link: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content?contenttypeid=35&contentid=FAQGeneralCancer