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Why is anemia a common problem among Indian women?
Why is anemia a common problem among Indian women?
Why is anemia a common problem among Indian women?
Anemia is most prevalent in women in India especially because they are entirely focussed on eating rice and wheat more than green (leafy) vegetables. Hence, women are recommended to eat more green leafy vegetables which can help from preventing anemia.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Why do I have iron deficiency anemia?
Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How long will it take for iron deficiency anaemia to resolve?
It may take 30-90 days for iron deficiency to get resolved by diet. However, if you have a blood disorder you may need regular medications to keep up the iron levels.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Why is iron deficiency anemia common in toddlers?
Iron deficiency in toddlers can be due to excessive intake of cow's milk only. Secondary reasons are rapid growth during this phase and inability to consume green leafy vegetables.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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What is a serum ferritin test?
A serum ferritin test helps the doctor understand how much iron or ferritin the body is storing.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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