Do fluids help anemia?

No I don't think fluids will help anemia. They will help chronic dehydration however. If you think about, fluids would only dilute any nutrients that are in your blood stream. However, dehydration can also cause dizzyness and weakness. Why do you think you have anemia, as opposed to being de-conditioned? Do you exercise regularly?

Also i see you are on several medications that could be contributing to these symptoms-- especially prednisone. Bottom line, since you are experiencing these symptoms you need to take extra care. Climb your stairs more slowly, take a breather if you need to. Ensure you have a hand free to hold on to the railing etc. And, of course, mention these symptoms to your doc.

Low b12 levels made my heart race and skip beats. And in some folks can cause anemia. Fluids will not help raise your hemoglobin, but if it is low enough then you might need a pint of blood or 2. An aquaintance of mine took b12 shots and began to feel like a new person, her anemia got better, but then she claims her heart races/pounds if she takes a whole dose of the shot (1000 mcg) , so she does a half dose.

Definitely go and see your doctor. Have CBC done, so you are able to see what your hematocrit and hemaglobin are. I felt like that when I was SUPER anemic, and it literally made me tired to eat food because I had pretty much no oxygen in my blood which is already fragile from spherocytosis. Don't continue feeling sick and faint...see your doc. Keep us updated!