Anemia is one of the most common nutritional problems in children, which is caused by a decrease in red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood. This disease can seriously affect the growth, learning and energy level of a child. In this article, we discuss the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment methods of anemia in children. aria-label="Toggle" type="checkbox">**🔴 Symptoms of anemia in children** ### **General symptoms:** - Pale skin and mucous membranes (especially lips and eyelids) - Premature fatigue and general weakness - Boredom and reduced daily activities - Loss of appetite ### **Advanced Symptoms:** - Heart palpitations and rapid breathing - Dizziness and headache - Reduction of concentration and reduction of education - Desire to eat inedible substances such as dirt or ice (pica) ### **Symptoms in babies and infants:** - Increased sleepiness - There is not enough milk - Delay in growth and weight gain ** 🩺 Common causes of anemia in children ** ### **1... iron deficiency (the most common type)** - Inadequate nutrition of iron sources - Rapid growth during infancy and adolescence - Chronic bleeding (for example, in intestinal parasites) ### **2... vitamin deficiency (B12 and folate)** - Diet without meat and vegetables Absorption problems in the intestine ### **3... Hereditary diseases** - Thalassemia - Sickle cell anemia ### **4... other causes** - Chronic infections - Lead poisoning **🔍 Anemia diagnosis methods ** 1.... **Blood test (CBC):** Measurement of hemoglobin, hematocrit and red blood cell indices... 2.... **Test of iron, ferritin and vitamin levels** 3... **stool test** (if bleeding or parasites are suspected) 4... **hemoglobin electrophoresis** (to diagnose thalassemia) **💊 the best methods of treating anemia in children ** ### **1.... drug treatment** - **Iron supplement:** Iron syrup or drops (with doctor's prescription) - **Vitamins:** B12 and folate in cases of deficiency - **Treatment of the underlying disease:** such as the treatment of parasites or digestive diseases ### **2.... nutritional therapy** Foods rich in iron: red meat, liver, egg yolks, legumes, leafy vegetables - **Vitamin C composition:** Orange or lemon juice with food increases iron absorption.. - **Avoid tea and coffee:** These substances reduce iron absorption. ### **3... special treatments** - **Blood injection** (in severe cases) - **Genetic therapy** (for thalassemia) **🍏 prevention of anemia in children ** The start of iron drops from **4 months** in babies ✅ feeding with **mother's milk** at least until 2 years old Use of iron-rich foods in the diet ✅ Performing **periodic tests** in high-risk children **⚠️ When should we see a doctor?** 🔸 If the child is **pale and tired** If he has a desire to eat dirt or ice 🔸 If you observe **growth delay or weight gain** **📌 conclusion ** Anemia in children can be easily treated if it is diagnosed on time.... **proper nutrition, iron supplements and medical follow-up** are among the most important solutions.... if you see symptoms, be sure to see a **pediatrician**.... **footnote:** This general information is a limited summary of diagnostic, treatment and/or drug information. It is not intended to be comprehensive and should be used as a tool to help the user understand and/or evaluate potential diagnostic and treatment options. This information does not include all information about conditions, treatments, drugs, side effects or risks that may apply to a particular patient and is specific to the patient. of medications, talk to your doctor.... This information does not endorse any treatment or medication as safe, effective, or approved for the treatment of a particular patient... > * Among the medical services provided in the clinic are periodic examinations of children, periodic monitoring of children's growth and physical development, treatment of various infectious, digestive and respiratory diseases in children and adolescents, nutritional counseling, education and periodic care of premature babies, monitoring and treatment of all periodic problems during infancy, periodic mental and physical evaluation of children. > > *special services of Dr. Mehdi Afshari: specialized office circumcision, home visit and online consultation* > > *Practice address: No. 193, South Mehrabad, Southern Air University, Tafarsh East, Tehran > > *Contact number: 021-66602506*