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Folic Acid Deficiency Anaemia

It is a type of anaemia in pregnancy which there is a physiological disease in serum folate levels which occurs towards the end of pregnancy.

Folic Acid Deficiency Anaemia

 

It is a type of anaemia in pregnancy which there is a physiological disease in serum folate levels which occurs towards the end of pregnancy.

 

Causes

·              Reduced dietary intake

 

·              Threaten  abortion

 

·              Interference with utilization e.g. drugs like anti conversant

 

·              Excessive demand and loss as in multiple pregnancy

 

Investigations

Packed cell volume, Full blood count

 

Signs and Symptoms

 

pallor,lassitude, weight loss, depression, nausea and vomiting, glossitis, gingivitis, diarrhoea.

 

Management

·              Folic acid therapy: 5mg  orally daily

 

·              Encourage diet rich in folic acid e.g. green vegetable, bananas, citrus fruits, pears, peanuts.

 

·              Ensure adequate rest.


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