Why is iron deficiency anemia common in toddlers?
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.
Last updated on 11 May 2023
Iron deficiency anemia develops when your body uses the iron stores faster than they can be refilled, or when the flow of iron into your system has slowed due to undiagnosed medical conditions.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin.
No, an anemic blood test cannot detect pregancy. It is only meant to detect low iron levels and anemia.
When you are iron deficient the first common symptom is that they feel unexplained fatigue and lack of energy. If you are feeling so, get a blood test done to know your iron levels.
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