Last Updated on November 19, 2024 by Analgesia team
IDA Medical Abbreviation
IDA is a medical abbreviation for iron deficiency anemia. It’s a type of anemia that occurs when the body doesn’t have enough iron stores. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common cause of anemia.
Causes of Iron deficiency anemia
- Diets low in iron
- Blood loss
- Difficulty with iron absorption
- The body’s need for more iron
Symptoms of IDA include:
- Pale or sallow skin
- Unexplained fatigue
- Shortness of breath or chest pain, especially during activity
- Delays with child development or problems with school performance
- Fast heartbeat
- Headache
Some risk factors for IDA include:
- Heavy menstrual bleeding
- Pregnancy or lactation
- A diet low in iron-rich foods, or a strict vegetarian or vegan diet
- Certain cancers
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Celiac disease
- Crohn’s disease
- A history of intestinal or gastric bypass surgery
- Taking certain medications, such as antacids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or tetracycline
Treatment for Iron deficiency anemia
- Eating more foods with iron such as Meats, Vegetables
- Eating balanced diet
- Taking iron pills
A scientific report on the Springer Nature postulated that there is a risk of fibromyalgia in patients with iron deficiency anemia.