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What is the most common type of anemia?
What is the most common type of anemia?
- Aplastic anemia
- Hemolytic anemia
- Iron deficiency anemia (correct)
- Sickle cell anemia
What is the main cause of iron deficiency anemia?
What is the main cause of iron deficiency anemia?
- Inadequate supply of dietary iron (correct)
- Excessive intake of iron-rich food
- Excessive absorption of iron
- Excessive iron stores in the body
Why does iron deficiency anemia occur in premature infants?
Why does iron deficiency anemia occur in premature infants?
- They have lower iron absorption due to rapid growth spurts
- They have higher iron intake from cow milk
- They have higher iron stores due to fetus iron storage
- They have lower iron stores due to fetus iron storage (correct)
What is the most common cause of loss of iron in the body?
What is the most common cause of loss of iron in the body?
Where are the iron stores in a full-term infant located?
Where are the iron stores in a full-term infant located?
What is the normal range of serum iron level for adults?
What is the normal range of serum iron level for adults?
Which organ stores around 30% of the iron in the body?
Which organ stores around 30% of the iron in the body?
What is a clinical manifestation of anemia?
What is a clinical manifestation of anemia?
What is the recommended age to start giving a baby an iron supplement?
What is the recommended age to start giving a baby an iron supplement?
What does aplastic anemia refer to?
What does aplastic anemia refer to?
What is the normal range of serum iron level for adults?
What is the normal range of serum iron level for adults?
Which iron-rich dietary source should be increased for good iron absorption?
Which iron-rich dietary source should be increased for good iron absorption?
What is a potential side effect of iron medication?
What is a potential side effect of iron medication?
What is the main cause of aplastic anemia?
What is the main cause of aplastic anemia?
When should a baby be started on an iron supplement?
When should a baby be started on an iron supplement?
What is the most prevalent and preventable nutritional disorder?
What is the most prevalent and preventable nutritional disorder?
Where are iron stores located in a full-term infant?
Where are iron stores located in a full-term infant?
What is the main cause of iron deficiency anemia?
What is the main cause of iron deficiency anemia?
What is the most common anemia in children?
What is the most common anemia in children?
Where is 65% of the iron in the body bound up?
Where is 65% of the iron in the body bound up?
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Anemia caused by insufficient iron intake or absorption.
Premature Infants & Anemia
Premature Infants & Anemia
Infants born before their due date, leading to lower iron reserves.
Iron Storage in Infants
Iron Storage in Infants
The liver, spleen, and bone marrow.
Chronic Blood Loss
Chronic Blood Loss
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Liver Iron Storage
Liver Iron Storage
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Normal Serum Iron Levels
Normal Serum Iron Levels
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Fatigue and Weakness
Fatigue and Weakness
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Vitamin C-Rich Foods
Vitamin C-Rich Foods
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When to Start Iron Supplementation
When to Start Iron Supplementation
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Aplastic Anemia
Aplastic Anemia
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Iron Deficiency Anemia (Global)
Iron Deficiency Anemia (Global)
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Iron Deficiency in Children
Iron Deficiency in Children
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Iron in Hemoglobin
Iron in Hemoglobin
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GI Side Effects
GI Side Effects
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Causes of Aplastic Anemia
Causes of Aplastic Anemia
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Study Notes
Anemia Overview
- The most common type of anemia is iron deficiency anemia.
- Iron deficiency anemia primarily results from inadequate iron intake or absorption in the body.
Iron Deficiency Anemia in Infants
- Premature infants experience iron deficiency anemia due to lower iron stores at birth, as they miss the last trimester when significant iron accumulation occurs.
- In full-term infants, iron stores are found primarily in the liver, spleen, and bone marrow.
Iron Loss and Storage
- The leading cause of iron loss in the body is chronic blood loss, often due to menstrual cycles or gastrointestinal bleeding.
- The liver stores approximately 30% of the total iron in the body.
- In adults, the normal range of serum iron levels is typically between 60 to 170 mcg/dL.
Clinical Manifestations and Dietary Recommendations
- A common clinical manifestation of anemia includes fatigue and weakness due to reduced oxygen transport.
- To enhance iron absorption, increasing vitamin C-rich dietary sources such as citrus fruits and vegetables is recommended.
Supplementation Guidelines
- Iron supplementation for infants is commonly recommended to begin around 6 months of age to support growth and development.
- Aplastic anemia is a condition characterized by the failure of the bone marrow to produce sufficient blood cells.
Nutritional Deficiencies
- Iron deficiency anemia represents the most prevalent and preventable nutritional disorder globally.
- The most common anemia in children is also iron deficiency anemia.
Iron Distribution in the Body
- 65% of the total iron in the body is bound up in hemoglobin within red blood cells.
Side Effects and Causes of Aplastic Anemia
- A potential side effect of iron supplementation can include gastrointestinal upset, such as constipation and nausea.
- The main cause of aplastic anemia involves damage to the bone marrow, which may be due to toxins, medications, or autoimmune diseases.
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