Iron Deficiency Anemia
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Many cases of iron deficiency anemia can be prevented by eating a diet rich in iron or taking iron supplements. Some of the foods that are high in iron are as follows:
dried beans and peas
dried fruit and nuts
green leafy vegetables
iron-fortified breads and cereals
liver and other meats
poultry and eggs
seafood
whole grains
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Almost all problems caused by iron deficiency anemia can be reversed with treatment. However, if the anemia is severe and other health problems exist, it can lead to:
confusion
congestive heart failure, a condition in which a weakened heart is unable to pump blood effectively throughout the body
a heart attack
low blood oxygen
stroke
What are the risks to others?
Iron deficiency anemia is not contagious. It poses no risk to others.
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