Question
What are the prevention and treatment methods for iron-deficiency anemia in children?
Answer
Children are prone to recurring iron-deficiency anemia, which is mainly related to their diet. It is important to enhance their nutrition by eating more iron-rich foods such as animal liver and lean meat. Ensure a balanced and diverse diet, avoid picky eating. When cooking rice, use an iron pot. In terms of treatment, it involves dietary treatment, as well as medication treatment. The required medication includes ferrous sulfate sustained-release tablets and vitamin C, and sufficient vitamin B12 supplementation.