First, the harm of iron deficiency anemia
Iron deficiency affects hemoglobin production, myoglobin synthesis, and the activity of some enzymes in the body, which in turn may affect the function of various organs throughout the body.
Iron deficiency anemia may affect the child's motor function and intellectual development, causing him to develop slowly, reduce immunity, and easily induce infectious diseases.
So, what are the manifestations of iron deficiency anemia in children? Can you observe it?
Second, the symptoms of iron deficiency anemia
When parents find that their child has the following symptoms, it is best to take him to the doctor for examination in time to determine whether it is iron deficiency anemia.
1. The skin color is white, and the mucous membrane of the lips and the conjunctiva of the eyes will also become white.
This is because the main component of human hemoglobin (hemoglobin) is iron, and when the iron in the body is reduced, hemoglobin is naturally reduced, so people with iron deficiency will look like their skin will be whitish.
In addition to this, your child will also experience the following symptoms.
2. The nails are thin and brittle;
3. There is a decrease in appetite, such as not loving to eat, breastfeeding, etc.;
4. Emotionally, it is easily irritable and has a decreased interest in the surrounding things
5. There is distraction and poor memory.