Signs and Symptoms of Anemia
The most common sign of iron deficiency and other types of
nutritional anemia is mild paleness of the skin, along with decreased pinkness
of the lips, the lining of the eyelids, and the nail beds.
A friend or relative
who sees your child only occasionally may be more likely to notice this than
you because the changes usually happen so gradually.
Other common signs of anemia may include:
- irritability
- fatigue
- dizziness, lightheadedness, and a rapid heartbeat
Depending on the condition causing the anemia, other signs
and symptoms may occur, such as jaundice (yellow-tinged skin), dark tea-colored
urine, easy bruising or bleeding, and enlargement of the spleen or liver.
In infants and preschool children, iron-deficiency anemia
can result in developmental delays and behavioral disturbances, such as
decreased motor activity and problems with social interaction and attention to
tasks. Recent research studies indicate that behavioral problems may persist
into and beyond school age if the iron deficiency is not properly treated.
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