15. ANAEMIA IN PREGNANCY Flashcards
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Define Anaemia
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HB of less than 10 g/dl is regarded as anaemic
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Causes of Anaemia
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Acquired:
Iron deficiency
Folic and Vitamin B12 deficiency
Chronic disease
Acute blood loss
Hereditary:
Thalassaemias
3
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Management of Anaemia
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Identify underlying cause.
Ferrous sulphate or gluconate
4
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Findings on History of Anaemia
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Dizziness, tiredness, pica and palpitations
Blood loss
Family loss
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