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Anemia is characterized by decreased hemoglobin levels, with iron deficiency being the most prevalent cause, often due to malnutrition or increased requirements during pregnancy and adolescence. Clinical features include fatigue, weakness, and signs such as pallor and tachycardia, while investigations reveal low hemoglobin and microcytic anemia. Treatment focuses on addressing underlying causes, with oral iron therapy being common, and megaloblastic anemia is linked to vitamin B12 or folate deficiencies, re
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- Akshay Wadekar YT
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- EN