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Your little one with anemia could be a sign of worms, Moms.
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Nakita.id – Moms, has your little one been looking pale lately? weak?
The signs above could be a symptom of anemia, Moms.
For information, anemia is a condition where the number of red blood cells is lower than the normal number.
These blood cells play a role in carrying sufficient oxygen to almost all body tissues, including the little one’s body.
If the Little One lacks red blood cells, the Little One will look weak, have difficulty concentrating, often sleepy, and so on.
Also Read: Take note of the hidden signs of anemia in children that affect intelligence
Do you believe, if anemia itself can be one of the signs that your little one is affected worms?
To answer your curiosity, let’s look at the explanation from this pediatrician!
Dock. Kelapa Gading Family Partner Hospital
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dr. Eko Kristanto Kunta Adjie, Sp.A
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According to dr. Eko Kristanto Kunta Adjie, Sp.A, a pediatrician at Mitra Keluarga Hospital Kelapa Gading, anemia is also a sign of worms, or the standard language is worms.
This is mainly caused by worms absorbing the nutrients in the food you eat, Moms.
“The worm, which was in the gastrointestinal tract or in the child’s body, will absorb the food substances that are eaten in the form of blood,” said dr. Eko in an exclusive interview with Nakita.id last Saturday (20/11/2021).
dr. Eko also continued that the worms in the child’s body also absorb all the blood in the child’s body in addition to food nutrition.
“So, the worms, besides eating nutrition, also eat blood from the child. So, automatically the child will look anemic,” continued dr. Eko.
Also Read: Little One Looks Weak? Could be a sign of worms, let’s identify the factors that cause it
The little one who is affected by anemia due to intestinal worms also makes his appetite go down, and will be accompanied by weight loss.
Apart from worms, launch Mayo Clinic, anemia in the Little One is also most likely caused by the following things.
1. Intestinal Disorders
Little ones who have intestinal disorders will have difficulty absorbing nutrients from food substances that enter the body.
2. Family History
Moms, try to find out which family members have a history of anemia, because this could be one of the causes.
3. Other Factors
Your child may have a history of certain infections that can cause anemia, such as blood diseases or autoimmune disorders.
Alternatively, your child may be exposed to toxic chemicals and the use of some medications, which can affect red blood cell production and cause anemia.
Lastly, dr. Eko suggested, if your little one is anemic, you can immediately take him to the doctor to be checked, whether your little one has worms or not.
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