Anemia: A Brief Overview Regards the Pregnant State

Anemia: A Brief Overview Regards the Pregnant State

Anemia in pregnancy has been a long talked about problem. In India, anemia is the second most common cause of maternal mortality, affecting around 84% of pregnant women and accounting for about 20% of the total maternal deaths. Despite massive efforts, it continues to be a major cause of morbidity as well, especially in pregnant females, which in turn bears consequences on the physical and mental development of the fetus and the pregnancy outcome.