Risk of Anemia in Pregnancy in India—An Overview

Abstract

Iron deficiency in pregnancy is a worldwide medical issue influencing almost 50% of every single pregnant lady around the world. High fetal demands for iron render iron deficiency the most widely recognized reason for anemia in pregnancy, with other micronutrient deficiencies contributing less frequently. In certain geographical populations, human pathogens such as hookworm, malarial parasite, and human immunodeficiency virus are the important factors in anemia of pregnancy. The blood disorders like sickle cell anemia represent diverse causes of anemia of pregnancy, requiring specialized care. Aplastic anemia is an uncommon, grim reason for frailty of pregnancy and is dealt with transfusions until the completion of pregnancy.