FNH 355 Study Guide - Final Guide: Iron-Deficiency Anemia, Sickle Cell Trait, Micronutrient Deficiency
4 Feb 2020
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Micronutrient 1: iron deficiency oct. 17: summarize important factors related to anemia and iron deficiency including: Iron deficiency: fatigue, headache, lightheadedness, fast heartbeat, cold hands and feet, frequent infections, pale skin, weakness, brittle nails, shortness of breath. Globally, around 50% of anemia is caused by iron deficiency. Anemia generally: fatigue, poor temp regulation, gastrointestinal disturbances. Iron deficiency anemia and the first 1000 days: impaired motor and cognitive development. Iron deficiency affects more than 2 billion people worldwide. Severe iron deficiency results in death of 50000 women per year in pregnancy and childbirth. Iron deficiency lowers productivity of workforces: estimated losses of 2% gdp in worst-affected countries. A public health condition of epidemic proportions who. Iron deficiency can lead to iron deficiency anemia. Women lose 14-8 mg of iron per menstrual period. Men need to take 1300 kcal of average mixed diet to get recommended amount. Poor absorption (physiological reasons, diarrhea, low bioavailability in plant foods)
