Iron Deficiency Anemia Health Feed

Iron is an essential nutrient and mineral that is required by adults and children alike. Iron helps move oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and helps muscles store and use oxygen. It is especially important for children because it aids development and prevents anaemia. Untreated iron deficiency in children can cause physical and mental delays. It can lead to less healthy red blood cells in the child's blood stream which will cause a delay in the growth of physical and mental faculties...more

Iron is an essential nutrient and mineral that is required by adults and children alike. Iron helps move oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and helps muscles store and use oxygen. It is especially important for children because it aids development and prevents anaemia. Untreated iron deficiency in children can cause physical and mental delays. It can lead to less healthy red blood cells in the child's blood stream which will cause a delay in the growth of physical and mental faculties...more

Hello, take iron rich food- Legumes, nuts, leafy vegetable, milk. And start with supplement if required.

Don't go for infusion unless it is absolutely necessary... as it is just a temporary solution..
Find out the cause of low iron and get proper treatment for it..
You can consult me at lybrate for homoeopathic treatment with more details.

Iron is definitely one of the most important ingredients and nutrients that we require. Most of the health problems in the world are caused due to iron deficiency, including low immunity and anaemia, among many others. The lack of iron can lead to a variety of developmental delays and can also affect the haemoglobin levels in the blood which gives rise to symptoms like dizzy spells and fatigue.

So what are the underrated facts about iron that we need to know? Read on to know more!
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What is Iron deficiency anemia?

Iron deficiency anemia is a common type of anemia. It is a condition in which blood lacks adequate healthy red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body s tissues.

Symptoms of Iron deficiency anemia-

Extreme fatigue
Pale skin
Weakness
Shortness of breath
Trouble concentration
Headache
Dizziness or lightheadedness
Smooth, sore tongue
Cold hands and feet
Irritability
Inflammation or soreness of you...more

Hi lybrate-user,
If you can tolerate Iron pills, it is better to take them for 2 months and stop.
No need to repeat ferritin levels after that.