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(D53.9) Nutritional anaemia, unspecified
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208 760 in individuals diagnosis nutritional anaemia, unspecified confirmed
16 739 deaths with diagnosis nutritional anaemia, unspecified
8% mortality rate associated with the disease nutritional anaemia, unspecified
Diagnosis nutritional anaemia, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 17.07% more likely than Men
86 560
Men receive the diagnosis nutritional anaemia, unspecified
6 874 (7.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis nutritional anaemia, unspecified
9 865 (8.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease nutritional anaemia, unspecified - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features nutritional anaemia, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Nutritional anaemia, unspecified - what does this mean
Nutritional anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells due to a lack of essential nutrients, such as iron, vitamin b12, and folate, in the diet. this can lead to an inadequate supply of oxygen to the body's tissues, resulting in symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and pale skin.
What happens during the disease - nutritional anaemia, unspecified
Nutritional anaemia, unspecified is a condition caused by a lack of essential vitamins and minerals, such as iron, folate, and vitamin b12, in the body. this can occur due to an inadequate or unbalanced diet, malabsorption of nutrients, or an increased demand for certain vitamins and minerals due to certain medical conditions or medications. the lack of these essential nutrients leads to a decrease in the production of red blood cells, resulting in a decrease in oxygen-carrying capacity and leading to the symptoms associated with anaemia.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete Blood Count (CBC) to identify the type of anaemia
- Ferritin test to measure iron levels in the body
- Vitamin B12 and folate tests to measure levels of these vitamins
- Liver function tests to check for any liver problems
- Kidney function tests to check for any kidney problems
- Thyroid function tests to check for any thyroid problems
- Stool tests to check for any gastrointestinal problems
- Ultrasound of the abdomen to check for any structural problems
- Endoscopy to check for any gastrointestinal problems
- Bone marrow biopsy to check for any problems with the bone marrow
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To replenish the body's iron stores and improve the symptoms of nutritional anaemia.
- Increase dietary intake of iron-rich foods such as lean red meat, poultry, fish, legumes, nuts, seeds, and dark green leafy vegetables.
- Increase dietary intake of foods high in vitamin C such as citrus fruits, tomatoes, broccoli, and bell peppers to improve iron absorption.
- Supplementation with iron, vitamin B12, and folic acid.
- Avoid foods and drinks that can interfere with iron absorption such as coffee, tea, and calcium-rich foods.
- Regular exercise and stress reduction.
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Nutritional anaemia, unspecified - Prevention
Nutritional anaemia can be prevented by consuming a balanced diet that includes iron-rich foods, such as lean red meat, dark green leafy vegetables, eggs, legumes, and iron-fortified cereals. additionally, vitamin c increases iron absorption, so consuming foods high in vitamin c, such as citrus fruits, bell peppers, and broccoli, is beneficial. supplements may be recommended for individuals who are at risk for nutritional anaemia.