Content Starts Here
Anaemia due to folic acid deficiency
Health and Nutrition > Diseases >
A
Reviewed by Dr Patrick Davey, cardiologist and Dr Rachel Green, consultant haematologist
What can be done to avoid folic acid deficiency?
Eat a varied diet.
Good sources of folic acid include beans, oatmeal, mushrooms, broccoli, asparagus, beef and liver.
Consult your GP if you experience any of the above symptoms.
Women should take a folic acid supplement during pregnancy and ideally before conception. This is because a baby's spinal cord develops very early on in pregnancy. The recommended dose is 400 micrograms daily, and more if you have had a previous pregnancy complicated by spina bifida. Your doctor or pharmacist will be able to advise.
Anaemia due to folic acid deficiency (Contd)
Reviewed by Dr Patrick Davey, cardiologist and Dr Rachel Green, consultant haematologist
What can be done to avoid folic acid deficiency?
<<Go To Page 1
The documents contained in this web site are presented for information purposes only. The material is in no way intended to replace professional medical care or attention by a qualified practitioner. The materials in this web site cannot and should not be used as a basis for diagnosis or choice of treatment. Conditions for use
© Copyright 1998 - 2004 NetDoctor.co.uk - All rights reserved
Health Search
StayQuit is a medically proven smoking cessation programme that gives you the tools you need to quit smoking for good.
Health Search
Font size
Mail
My account
Help
Community
Print now
Send to a friend
Related articles
Related products
