Blood Disorders

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia, caused by insufficient iron.

Warning Signs & Symptoms

⚠️Extreme fatigue
⚠️Weakness
⚠️Pale skin
⚠️Chest pain
⚠️Shortness of breath
⚠️Headache

Common Causes

🔍Blood loss
🔍Poor iron absorption
🔍Pregnancy
🔍Diet low in iron
🔍Celiac disease

Diagnostic Tests

Complete blood count
Ferritin
Serum iron
TIBC
Hemoglobin electrophoresis

Treatment Options

💊Iron supplements
💊Dietary changes
💊Treat underlying cause
💊IV iron
💊Blood transfusion

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Dr Rashmi Bastakoti

Dr Rashmi Bastakoti

MBBS, MD (Obs & Gyne), Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (Nepal)

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