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Folic Acid Deficiency Anemia

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Definition

Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate.

Symptoms

Fatigue
Headache
Pallor
Sore mouth and tongue

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Anemia
Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Hemoglobin is the oxygen-carrying protein inside red blood cells. It gives red blood cells their red color. Peopl... More »
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Fatigue
Fatigue is a feeling of weariness, tiredness, or lack of energy. More »
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General Weakness
Weakness is a reduction in the strength of one or more muscles. More »
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