Functional Consequences of Iron Deficiency

Iron Deficiency Anemia is the most common condition that is encountered in clinical practice, almost every physician has witnessed this in his/her practice. While Counselling the parents, we must tell them about the Functional Consequences of Iron Deficiency.

1. Reduced IQ
2. Reduced Attention Span
3. Poor Learning
4. Impaired Scholastic performance
5. Decreased Exercise stamina
6. Reduced Muscular Force and Strength
7. Impaired body temperature regulation
8. Immune Deficiencies