Is iron deficiency anemia dangerous?
No, it is not dangerous. It can be resolved with diet and medications.
Last updated on 11 May 2023
Iron deficiency in toddlers can be due to excessive intake of cow's milk only. Secondary reasons are rapid growth during this phase and inability to consume green leafy vegetables.
Anemia is most prevalent in women in India especially because they are entirely focussed on eating rice and wheat more than green (leafy) vegetables. Hence, women are recommended to eat more green leafy vegetables which can help from preventing anemia.
No, an anemic blood test cannot detect pregancy. It is only meant to detect low iron levels and anemia.
Yes, you can take iron supplements if your hemoglobin levels are 6. However, consider investigating why your levels are low with a blood test.
Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
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