Sideroblastic Anaemia Flashcards
1
Q
Think of this when iron deficiency is not responding to iron supplements!!!
A
Think of this when iron deficiency is not responding to iron supplements!!!
2
Q
The condition is characterised by ineffective erythropoiesis, leading to increased iron absorption, iron loading in the marrow.
They may also get haemosiderosis which is iron deposits in organs causing damage. What organs does iron deposition happen in?
A
Endocrine
Liver
Heart
3
Q
It can be congenital or acquired.
Myeloproliferative disease is a cause.
What type of cancer treatment could cause this?
What type of investigative method could cause this?
What type of poisoning could cause this?
A
Chemo
Irradiation - XR
Lead poisoning - Queen Elizabeth I
