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Match the following clinical features with their association in iron deficiency anemia:
Match the following clinical features with their association in iron deficiency anemia:
Pallor = Associated with iron deficiency anemia Pagophagia (eating ice) = Associated with iron deficiency anemia Glossitis - atrophy of papillae of tongue = Associated with iron deficiency anemia Kilonychia – spoon shaped nails = Associated with iron deficiency anemia
Match the following complications with their association in iron deficiency anemia:
Match the following complications with their association in iron deficiency anemia:
Low physical performance = Complication of iron deficiency anemia Impaired cognitive functions = Complication of iron deficiency anemia Poor learning abilities = Complication of iron deficiency anemia Increased risk of Breath-holding spells = Complication of iron deficiency anemia
Match the following investigations with their association in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia:
Match the following investigations with their association in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia:
Complete Blood Count : Low Hemoglobin = Associated with iron deficiency anemia diagnosis Blood film : Microcytic hypochromic anemia = Associated with iron deficiency anemia diagnosis Serum Iron Profile : Low Serum Ferritin < 10 ng/ml = Associated with iron deficiency anemia diagnosis Serum Iron Profile : Low Serum Iron = Associated with iron deficiency anemia diagnosis
Match the following treatment options with their association in managing iron deficiency anemia:
Match the following treatment options with their association in managing iron deficiency anemia:
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Match the following symptoms/behaviors with their association in iron deficiency anemia:
Match the following symptoms/behaviors with their association in iron deficiency anemia:
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Which of the following clinical features is NOT associated with iron deficiency anemia?
Which of the following clinical features is NOT associated with iron deficiency anemia?
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Which investigation is NOT typically used in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia?
Which investigation is NOT typically used in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia?
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What is the recommended treatment for iron deficiency anemia in severe cases or malabsorption?
What is the recommended treatment for iron deficiency anemia in severe cases or malabsorption?
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Which complication is NOT associated with iron deficiency anemia?
Which complication is NOT associated with iron deficiency anemia?
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What is the main symptom of iron deficiency anemia seen in children?
What is the main symptom of iron deficiency anemia seen in children?
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Which of the following is a clinical feature of iron deficiency anemia?
Which of the following is a clinical feature of iron deficiency anemia?
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What is the recommended daily oral iron therapy for managing iron deficiency anemia?
What is the recommended daily oral iron therapy for managing iron deficiency anemia?
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What is a common behavior observed in children with iron deficiency anemia?
What is a common behavior observed in children with iron deficiency anemia?
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Which investigation is typically used in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia?
Which investigation is typically used in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia?
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What is a complication associated with iron deficiency anemia?
What is a complication associated with iron deficiency anemia?
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Study Notes
Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia is defined as a reduction of hemoglobin concentration below normal values for age and sex.
- Iron is the main substrate for hemoglobin synthesis in bone marrow.
- Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency, affecting 30% of the world's population, and Fe deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia.
Prevention of Iron Deficiency
- Breast milk is relatively deficient in iron, and animal milk is a very poor source of iron.
- Baby stores of iron, derived from the mother, are depleted before the age of 4-6 months.
- Babies need iron supplementation from the age of 6 months onwards, at a rate of 1mg elemental Fe/kg/day.
Importance of Iron in Hemoglobin
- Iron is an essential part of hemoglobin, and is necessary for hemoglobin synthesis in bone marrow.
Causes of Fe Deficiency Anemia
- Reduced intake of iron
- Malabsorption of iron
- Increased demand for iron
- Blood loss
High-Risk Group
- Children under 3 years of age who take a large amount of unfortified animal milk daily are at risk of iron deficiency
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Test your knowledge of pediatric hematological disorders with a focus on iron deficiency anemia. Explore the definition, prevalence, and prevention strategies for this common type of anemia in infants and young children.