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Folic acid deficiency Flashcards

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Folic acid deficiency

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Macrocytic

Normochromic

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Causes of folic acid deficiency

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Inadequate intake/malabsorption of folic acid

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Signs and symptoms of Folic acid deficiency

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  • Glossitis
  • no neurological signs are seen
    Fatigue
    Dyspnea on exertion
    Pallor
    Headache
    Tachycardia
    Anorexja
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Lab in Diagnostics of folic acid deficiency

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High MCV
Normal MCHC
Decreased folate
Decreased HCT and RBC

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Management of Folic acid deficiency

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Folate 1 mg or early every day

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Foods high in folic acid

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Bananas
Peanut butter
Fish
Green leafy vegetables
Iron fortified breads and cereals
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