The Medical Journal of Australia
Episode 539: MJA Podcasts 2023 Episode 34: iron deficiency in the general Australian population, with Professor Arumugam Manoharan
Nov 26, 2023
Professor Arumugam Manoharan discusses iron deficiency in the general Australian population, focusing on causes, symptoms, and treatments. Topics include optimizing iron therapy with vitamin C, alternative treatment approaches like total dose iron infusion, and key takeaways for managing iron deficiency anemia.
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Quick takeaways
- Iron deficiency affects all age groups in Australia despite being less common in developed countries.
- Medical practitioners diagnose iron deficiency through blood tests, investigating root causes for effective treatment and prevention.
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Prevalence of Iron Deficiency
Iron deficiency is a common global issue affecting more than 1 billion people. While less common in developed countries like Australia, medical practitioners across all specialties should remain vigilant due to its prevalence across all age groups. Dietary habits, such as vegetarianism or poor eating habits, are contributing factors to iron deficiency, presenting symptoms like fatigue and tiredness.
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