Anemia associated with a chronic disease usually improves or worsens as the disease improves or worsens. Follow your doctor's instructions. Take your medication as prescribed. The prevention of anemia depends on its cause. If your anemia is caused by a deficiency in your diet, eating foods rich in the missing nutrient will help to prevent a recurrence.
Dehydration can trigger a sickle cell crisis.
Genetic counselling is important for families with inherited anemias. Adapted from materials developed by Phyllis G. Cooper, R.N., M.N., and Clinical Reference Systems.