Signs And Symptoms Of Iron Deficiency Anemia In Pregnancy
Other options include iron fortified breakfast cereals prune juice dried beans and peas.
Signs and symptoms of iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy. In iron deficiency anemia the blood cannot carry enough oxygen to tissues throughout the body. Iron deficiency anemia signs and symptoms may include. Dietary sources of iron include lean red meat poultry and fish. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia worldwide.
Prevention tips february 2017. Good nutrition also can prevent iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy. This often depends on the severity of the anemia. Mayo clinic iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy.
National institutes of health national library of medicine assessment of iron status in us pregnant women from the national health and nutrition examination survey nhanes 1999 2006 june 2011. Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia in pregnancy. Iron is also necessary for the growth and development of your baby. When you lack the iron stores to make the extra blood you develop anemia or iron deficiency.
Chest pain fast heartbeat or shortness of breath. Although your doctor usually tests your blood for anemia throughout your pregnancy watching for signs of iron deficiency can help you receive prompt evaluation and treatment. Us national library of medicine national institutes of health iron deficiency in pregnancy march 2010.