Folate Deficiency
About the disease & condition
A deficiency of folic acid leading to anaemia and impaired cell production.
Known Symptoms
- Fatigue.
- Mouth sores.
- Irritability.
- Weakness.
Known Causes
- Poor diet.
- Pregnancy.
- Alcohol use.
- Malabsorption.
Care
- Folate supplementation.
- Nutritional counselling.
- Monitoring blood levels.
- Managing underlying conditions.



