Iron Deficiency Anemia in Pregnancy: A review

Abstract

The most prevalent nutritional condition affecting pregnant women globally is iron deficiency anemia (IDA). Reduced hemoglobin production and poor oxygen delivery to maternal and foetal tissues result from iron stores that are not enough to meet the increased physiological demands of pregnancy. Preterm delivery, low birth weight, maternal exhaustion, and postpartum depression are all linked to IDA during pregnancy. Improving maternal and neonatal outcomes requires early diagnosis through routine screening and prompt intervention with iron supplementation. The causes, clinical signs, diagnostic methods, and treatment options for iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy are examined in this review.