The treatment of anemia would depend on the cause of the condition. Also, the treatment options for anemia vary depending on the type of anemia diagnosed. The treatment used for one type of anemia might be dangerous or not suited to treat another type of this condition. The treatment options for the various types of anemia are:

• Iron deficiency anemia
  Dietary changes to include foods such as leafy greens and spinach can be effective in treating this type of anemia. Iron supplements might also be recommended. If iron deficiency anemia is caused by bleeding other than menstruation, then the source of bleeding needs to be stopped. This can be achieved through surgery.
• Vitamin deficiency anemia
  For treating anemia caused by Vitamin C or folic acid deficiency, dietary supplements, and increasing the intake of foods rich in these nutrients can be very effective. If the anemia is caused due to Vitamin B12 not being absorbed by the body properly, then shots of the same would be required. This might be a lifelong treatment depending on the condition of the patient.
• Anemia due to chronic disease
  There is no specific treatment for this type of anemia. It is only by treating the disease that is causing the anemia can the condition be overcome. If the symptoms of anemia become very severe, then a blood transfusion may be required. Also, injecting a synthetic form of the hormone, erythropoietin, normally produced by the kidneys, can stimulate red blood cell production and ease symptoms of anemia, such as fatigue.
• Anemia due to bone marrow diseases
  The treatment options for anemia of this type are chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, and medication to treat the disease causing the anemia.
• Hemolytic anemia
  Some of the treatment options for anemia of this type are treating infections and medications to suppress the immune system that may be destroying red blood cells. Avoiding medication that could also be lower red blood cell count could also be recommended.
• Sickle cell anemia
  In addition to oxygen, pain relievers, and oral and intravenous fluids to relieve pain and prevent complications, folic acid supplements, antibiotics, and blood transfusions are some other treatment options for anemia of this type. The cancer medication, hydroxyurea, can also be used to treat sickle cell anemia.
• Thalassemia
  Mild forms of this condition do not require treatment. However, for severe cases, blood transfusion, folic acid supplements, and medication could be used as treatment options for anemia. Surgical procedures to remove the spleen or a bone-marrow-stem-cell transplant could also be advised depending on the severity of the condition.

Certain types of anemia can be prevented by eating a balanced diet rich in all the essential nutrients. You can talk to your doctor about increasing your vitamin C intake, which can help boost the iron absorbed from the food you eat.