Normal values of hemoglobin content in the blood
Norms of iron content in the child's body.
The daily rate of iron intake in children ranges from 4 to 18 mg. depending on age and gender.
0-3 months. |
4-6 months. | 7-12 months. | 1-2 years | 2-3 years | 3-7 years old; | 7-11 years old; | 11-14 years old | 14-18 years old | ||
boys | girls | boys | girls | |||||||
4.0 mg | 7.0 mg | 10 mg | 12 mg | 15 mg | 18 mg |
Iron deficiency in children and adolescents is caused by a number of factors
- insufficient intake of iron from food;
- increased blood loss of various origins;
- impaired absorption (absorption) of iron from food.
What is the danger of iron deficiency
Waiting in infancy can lead to adverse cognitive and psychological effects, including attention delay and social detachment; some of these effects may be irreversible.In subsequent years, iron deficiency in children contributes to a decrease in immunity, impaired physical and intellectual development. These children have significantly worse memory, attention, cognitive abilities, physical endurance, they are much more susceptible to infectious diseases.
Symptoms of iron deficiency in children
- increased fatigue, weakness, lethargy;
- pale skin and mucous membranes;
- increased heart rate;
- irritability;
- low appetite;
- frequent dizziness.
These are frequent symptoms of iron deficiency in a child — if they are detected, you should consult a doctor to take a blood test.
Recommendations
If anemia is detected, the dosage of SMART IRON Fe2+ dietary supplement should be agreed with a pediatrician.