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What is the most common cause of iron-deficiency anemia in children in developing countries?
What is the most common cause of iron-deficiency anemia in children in developing countries?
- Blood donation
- Heavy menstrual periods
- Cancer in the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, or colon
- Parasitic worms (correct)
Which medication can cause gastrointestinal bleeding and lead to iron loss?
Which medication can cause gastrointestinal bleeding and lead to iron loss?
- Antihistamines
- Antidepressants
- Aspirin (correct)
- Antibiotics
How do parasitic worms cause iron-deficiency anemia?
How do parasitic worms cause iron-deficiency anemia?
- By interfering with the absorption of iron in the body
- By damaging the liver and reducing its ability to store iron
- By causing inflammation and chronic blood loss (correct)
- By increasing the production of red blood cells
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