Risk Factors of Development of Iron-Deficiency Conditions in Moscow Adolescents

Risk Factors of Development of Iron-Deficiency Conditions in Moscow Adolescents

The article presents data on prevalence structure and causes of iron-deficiency conditions (IDC) in adolescents. The authors describe both literature data and the findings of their own study in the adolescents (n = 337) studying at Moscow comprehensive schools. Iron- deficiency anemia was revealed i...

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Main Authors: I. N. Zakharova, I. S. Tarasova, V. M. Chernov, E. B. Machneva, S. I. Lazareva, T. M. Vasilyeva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Paediatrician Publishers, LLC 2015-12-01
Series:Pediatričeskaâ Farmakologiâ
Subjects:
adolescents
iron deficiency
iron-deficiency anemia
risk factors
growth spurt
prevalence
diet
excess weight
obesity
chronic blood loss
menstruations
compliance
iron preparations
Online Access:https://www.pedpharma.ru/jour/article/view/1065
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Summary:The article presents data on prevalence structure and causes of iron-deficiency conditions (IDC) in adolescents. The authors describe both literature data and the findings of their own study in the adolescents (n = 337) studying at Moscow comprehensive schools. Iron- deficiency anemia was revealed in 5.3% of the examined adolescents, latent iron deficiency — in 17%; vast majority of the last were females. The authors also determined the most common causes of IDC development in adolescents: growth spurt (according to the anamnesis), a source of chronic blood loss (prolonged and abundant menstruations [in girls], frequent nasal bleeding), vegetarianism, intense physical activity, diet compliance, excess weight, and obesity.
ISSN:1727-5776
2500-3089

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