Anemia caused by lack of folic acid and is often accompanied by iron-deficiency anemia.
Causes of Anemia, Folic-acid Deficiency
Folic acid anemia is usually a complication of pregnancy, when the body needs 8 times more folic acid than normal. In addition, when inadequate amounts of foods with a high folic-acid content are consumed, this disorder may develop. The foods rich is folic acid include meat, poultry, fish, cheese, milk, eggs, green vegetables, yeast and mushrooms. Alcoholism leads to inadequate intake of folic acid and overcooking foods may destroys folic acid within the food. Lack of vitamin B-12 or vitamin C are also associated with folic acid anemia.
Signs and Symptoms of Anemia, Folic-acid Deficiency
Symptoms include: fatigue, weakness, red, sore tongue, paleness, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea (rare).
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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008
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