Question

1. Discuss a women's health or men's health topic of interest to you. (Include condition, signs & symptoms, prevalence, incidence, treatment) 2. Do you know someone with the condition? If so, how is it being managed?

Answer 1

Health is the most important aspect in one's life. There are many health issues faced by men and women. One of the most common health concern in women worldwide is anaemia.

This refers to decreased level of hemoglobin in the blood

Signs and symptoms

• Unexplained tiredness
• Difficulty in sleeping
• Increased heat rate
• Cramps are common in legs
• Breathing difficulties
• Paleness
• Cold feet
• Sensitive to heat and cold
• Brittle hair and nails
• Mouth ulcers

Prevalence

• Found in all especially very high in pre schoolers, elderly population, pregnant women , women

Incidence

Nearly 1.62 billion people are affected worldwide

Treatment

• Folic acid supplements during pregnancy
• Iron supplements
• Dietary modifications like adding rich green leafy vegetables,meat ,milk and milk products
• Vitamin B12 supplements
• Vitamin C supplements