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koilonychia in Iron-Deficiency Anemia
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koilonychia in Iron-Deficiency Anemia
Jeniffer Anís
The koilonychia is a disorder of the nails, generally of the hand, in which these are abnormally thin, being able to be flat or even concave.
koilonychia can be a sign of hypochromic anemia, especially anemia due to iron deficiency (iron deficiency) and is associated with Plummer-Vinson syndrome.
Definition
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1. Know which groups of people are more predisposed to suffer from iron deficiency anemia (premenopausal, pregnant, people of low socioeconomic status, elderly, etc.)
2. Inform about a correct diet, indicating that foods are rich in iron.
3.Inform on diagnostic tests to establish the cause of the anemia.
4. Determination of Hb and erythrocyte count to assess the response of the treatment.
5. Emphasize compliance with diet and pharmacological treatment
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Pros and Cons
Pros
Normally, treatment for iron deficiency anemia involves replacing
The loss of iron from the body.
The doctor will prescribe an iron supplement to replace the
Loss of iron in the body.
Cons
Most symptoms of iron deficiency are due to anemia. These symptoms are tiredness, loss of resistance, dyspnea, weakness, dizziness and pallor.
In addition to the usual manifestations of anemia, pronounced iron deficiency causes some infrequent symptoms.
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Iron-deficiency anemia is among the 10 leading causes of morbidity and mortality, causing one million deaths per year. Classified as a public health problem with a global prevalence of 40%, 37% for Latin America, where Ecuador ranks third with 37%. Infants are at increased risk of anemia due to the imbalance of accelerated growth and low iron intake, anemia occurs during the first 24 months of life, crucial moment of development and cerebral differentiation, the damage may be irreversible, the constant updating in prevention, diagnosis and treatment
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Conclusion
The Koilonychia usually appears by an iron deficit. People suffering from iron deficiency anemia may have this condition. However, there are other causes that could cause it, such as hereditary or congenital.