Question
My son is 9 months old, 68 cm tall, with a father who is 1.73m, a mother who is 1.60m, and an uncle who is 1.72m tall. He hasn’t grown any teeth yet and doesn’t speak much, nor does he call for dad or mom. What should I do?
Answer
Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia, often caused by insufficient iron intake, impaired iron absorption, or excessive iron loss. Patients may experience fatigue, weakness, dizziness, and increased susceptibility to infections. Treatment involves identifying the cause and treating it accordingly. Meanwhile, it is suggested to increase the intake of iron and protein-rich foods such as lean meat, pork liver, egg yolks, milk, fish and shrimp, shellfish, soybeans, tofu, and blood products. Additionally, eating more vegetables and fruits can help supplement vitamin C to aid in iron absorption. For medication treatment, consider taking ferrous gluconate or ferrous sulfate.