Question
My baby is already four months old, but their hair is particularly yellow and they are very restless. What could be the cause?
Answer
Anemia is determined by measuring the red blood cell count in the blood, and it cannot be detected just by appearance. The baby might have had a slight cold or viral infection. The most common cause of anemia in babies is nutritional iron deficiency anemia, which requires iron supplementation. During the iron supplementation process, it is also necessary to take oral vitamin C to promote iron absorption. If the mother is breastfeeding, she should pay attention to her diet and consume foods rich in iron, such as lean meat and animal liver, to maintain a balanced nutrition and avoid picky eating or dietary bias.