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Severe iron-deficiency anemia after short-term moderate consumption of green tea in woman: A rare case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: While the mechanisms by which tea consumption hinders iron absorption are well understood, tea-related anemia usually stems from prolonged and excessive intake, which obstructs iron absorption and depletes the body's iron reserves. Consequently, it is uncommon for hemoglobin levels to plummet by 6.9 g/dl solely due to moderate tea consumption over a span of three months. We present a case of severe iron-deficiency anemia in a woman following short-term, moderate green tea consumption. After modifying her tea intake regimen, there was no recurrence of anemia. Clinicians should be mindful that even moderate tea consumption can precipitate severe iron-deficiency anemia in individuals particularly vulnerable to its effects on iron absorption.

Source: Heliyon

DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e36666

Authors: Yanlang He, Jianyong Chen

Institutions: The Central Hospital of Shaoyang, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Iron Metabolism and Disorders

Subfield: Hematology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,100