In this obstetrics series, we explore Pregnancy-Related Anaemia: its pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical features, diagnosis, and management.
π©Έ Understand the pathophysiology β increased plasma volume leading to dilutional anaemia, along with iron, folate, or B12 deficiencies.
β οΈ Learn about key risk factors β poor nutrition, multiple pregnancies, heavy menstrual history, and pre-existing anaemia.
π Recognize common symptoms β fatigue, pallor, dizziness, breathlessness, and tachycardia.
π©Ί Discover essential diagnostic tools β full blood count (FBC), ferritin levels, B12/folate levels, and reticulocyte count.
π Review management strategies β iron supplementation (oral or IV), folic acid, dietary modifications, and transfusion in severe cases.
πΆ Understand maternal and fetal complications β increased risk of preterm birth, low birth weight, postpartum hemorrhage, and developmental issues.
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