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What are the effects of iron deficiency anemia in pregnant women on the fetus?

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2025-05-22 01:05:21
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Iron deficiency anemia is common during pregnancy because of increased iron demand during pregnancy. If iron is not consumed in sufficient quantities, anemia will lead to anaemia, anaemia will lead to insufficient oxygen supply to the placenta, degenerative changes in the placenta, intrauterine distress, intrauterine asphyxia, miscarriage, premature birth, stillbirth, etc., or poor health than normal full-term infants after birth.