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Iron deficiency anemia?

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Iron Deficiency Anemia is a type of Anemia causes when there is a lack of iron in the diet and body, or if you have had a great blood loss.

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PATHOPHYSiology of iron deficiency anemia?
Iron deficiency develops in several stages. In the first stage, body iron requirement exceeds iron intake, causing progressive depletion of bone marrow iron stores. As iron reservoirs decrease,...
What are the symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia?
Iron-deficiency anemia is characterized by fatigue , shortness of breath, pale skin, concentration problems, dizziness, a weakened immune system, and energy loss.
How is iron deficiency anemia characterized?
Iron deficiency anemia is characterized by the production of small red blood cells. When examined under a microscope, the red blood cells also appear pale or light colored.
Is iron deficiency anemia fatal?
iron deficiency anemia is not fatal as long as its treated with iron supply. anemic people usually are pale, weak, they lose senses and appetite , they get dizzy and they have shortened breath.mainly...
What are the causes of iron-deficiency anemia?
Iron-deficiency anemia can be caused by a number of factors, including poor diet, heavy menstrual cycles, pregnancy , kidney disease, burns, and gastrointestinal disorders.