Haem Iron Deficency Anaema Flashcards
1
Q
How common
A
14% of menstruating women
2-5% of adult men and post menopausal women
Common in children
Most common cause of anaemia in pregnancy
2
Q
Causes
A
Increased demand e.g pregnancy Blood loss - menorrhoea and gi bleed Poor diet Malabsorption like coeliac hpylori Drugs such as quinolone and tetracyclines Hookworm
3
Q
Symptoms
A
Fatigue Dysnponea Faintness Palpitations Headache Tinnitus Anorexia
4
Q
What is Plummer Vinson syndrome in
A
Dysphagia due to oesophageal webbing
