Iron-Deficiency Anemia and Koilonychia
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Iron-Deficiency Anemia and Koilonychia

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What is a common symptom of koilonychia in a patient with iron-deficiency anemia?

  • Thickened nails
  • Curved nails
  • Ridges on nails
  • Spoon-shaped nails (correct)
  • Which of the following characteristics describes koilonychia?

  • Nail separation from the nail bed
  • Brittle and dry nails
  • Spoon shape and thinness (correct)
  • Dark coloration of the nails
  • In the context of iron-deficiency anemia, what does the thinness of nails indicate?

  • Normal physiological change
  • Improved blood flow
  • Fungal infection
  • Nutritional deficiency (correct)
  • What might be a visual sign of iron-deficiency anemia seen in a patient's nails?

    <p>Spoon-shaped appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is most commonly associated with koilonychia?

    <p>Iron-deficiency anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Iron-Deficiency Anemia and Nail Changes

    • Koilonychia is a common symptom of iron-deficiency anemia.
    • Koilonychia is characterized by concave, spoon-shaped nails.
    • The thinness of nails in iron-deficiency anemia can be a visual indicator of iron deficiency.
    • Koilonychia can be a visual sign of iron-deficiency anemia.
    • Iron-deficiency anemia is the most commonly associated condition with koilonychia.

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    Test your knowledge on the relationship between koilonychia and iron-deficiency anemia. This quiz explores symptoms, characteristics, and visual signs of these conditions. Learn how to identify and understand the significance of nail changes in these patients.

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