Iron Deficiency Anemia Flashcards

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List some symptoms related to iron deficient anemia:

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Headache
Fatigue
Exertional Dyspnea
Poor endurance
Difficulty concentrating
Cold intolerance
Restless leg syndrome
Alopecia
Pica
Pagophagia (craving ice)

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List some underlying causes of iron deficiency anemia:

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menorrhagia
GI malignancy causing chronic blood loss
Benign GI conditions causing chronic blood loss
Dietary restrictions

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3
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List exam findings consistent with iron deficiency anemia:

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Resting tachycardia
Abnormal orthostatic BP changes
Pallor of skin / nails
Systolic murmur
Weak pulse
dry/rough skin
Koilonychia (spoon shaped nails)
Angular stomatitis
Glossitis

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