9 symptoms of anemia in pregnant women and its impact should not be underestimated

KOMPAS. com – Anemia in pregnant women it’s a nutritional issue to watch out for.

Reported by Ministry of Healthpregnant women are included in the high risk group for anemia.

This condition is due to the increased need for iron during pregnancy. Of note, these nutrients are important for the formation of new cells and tissue.

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Iron is an essential mineral that is used to form hemoglobin in red blood cells. Hemoglobin is used to bind oxygen and distribute oxygen throughout the body’s tissues.

When a pregnant woman lacks hemoglobin, the pregnant woman is said to be suffering from lack of blood or anemia. Recognize the symptoms anemia in pregnant women and the following effects.

There are some symptoms of anemia in pregnant women not to be overlooked, including:

• Body lethargic and not eager to move
• Easily tired, even if there is not much activity
• The body does not feel energetic or tired
• The body doesn’t feel strong enough to do many activities or is weak
• The body feels weak or the bones feel weak
• Glassy and pale eyes
• The tongue and lips look pale
• Dizzying vision
• Headache

Considering that some of the symptoms of anemia in pregnant women are similar to other health problems, it is best for pregnant women experiencing the above signs to see a doctor.

If symptoms of anemia in pregnant women are suspected from the results of the physical exam, doctors usually recommend that pregnant women have a blood test.

The classification of anemia in pregnant women is when the hemoglobin (Hb) content is less than 11 grams/dl.

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The symptoms of anemia in pregnant women should not be underestimated. The reason is that this health problem can impact the health of the mother and the fetus in the womb. Here are some of them:

• Decreased body resistance
• Increases the risk of infection
• Increases the risk of miscarriage
• Pregnant women are at risk of bleeding, so the risk of maternal death is high
• Babies can be born prematurely or as early as nine months
• Babies can be born low (less than 2.5 kilograms) and short (less than 48 centimeters)
• Babies are at risk of stillbirth if the pregnant mother has severe anemia

Reflecting from impact of anemia on pregnant women may endanger the safety of the mother and the fetus in the uterus, immediately have a doctor’s examination if the mother feels anemia in pregnancy.

This health problem can be overcome by consuming iron-rich, protein-rich foods, eating a complete and balanced nutritious diet, and taking iron tablets.

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