Anaemia Flashcards
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Q
What tongue changes are seen in megaloblastic anaemia? (Vit b12/folate deficiency)
A
Painful glossitis
Red, beefy tongue
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Q
What tongue and oral changes does iron deficiency anaemia cause?
A
Painless glossitis
Angular cheilosis
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Q
How do you differentiate between iron deficiency anaemia and megaloblastic anaemia when glossitis is present?
A
In iron deficiency anaemia, glossitis is painless and may be accompanied by angular cheilosis
In megaloblastic (vit b12/folate def) the glossitis is painful and the tongue is red and beefy
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Q
What type of anaemia is seen in chronic renal failure?
A
Normocytic, normochromic anaemia
Due to EPO deficiency
