The objective of treatment is to treat the underlying cause of the anemia , which may be dietary or a malabsorption disease. Oral or parenteral folic acid supplements may be taken on a short term basis until the anemia has been corrected, or in the case of loss of absorption by the intestine, replacement therapy may be lifelong.
Dietary treatment consists of increasing the intake of green leafy vegetables and citrus.
Prognosis Anemia usually responds well to treatment with correction of the abnormalities within 2 months. Complications Symptoms of anemia can cause discomfort. Please read it.