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Life-style Measures to be Observed by Individuals with History of Folate Deficiency-2

Patient was educated on life-style measures to be observed by individuals with history of folate deficiency as follows: Low folate content, reduced oxygen pick-up, and resulting anemia lead to deficient oxygen supply to all vital organs, resulting in dyspnea and compromised endurance. Report to your physician regarding any worsening of or exacerbation of SOB and oxygen saturations consistently below 90. Oxygen dependent individuals must report any need for increase in oxygen requirements. Compromised oxygen supply to [...]

Life-style Measures to be Observed by Individuals with History of Folate Deficiency-1

Patient was educated on life-style measures to be observed by individuals with history of folate deficiency as follows: Poor dietary habits and malnutrition in individuals happens to be one major reason for folate deficiency. Observe compliance with good balanced dietary habits and calorie intake requirements, as recommended, to prevent development of folate deficiency. A portion of folate consumed in the diet is used by the body for metabolic needs. The unused portion of the vitamin is [...]

Findings to Watch for and Report in Individuals with Folate Deficiency-3

Patient was educated on findings to watch for and report in individuals with folate deficiency as follows: Neuropathy: Poor DNA synthesis and repair involving the nervous tissues, secondary to folate deficiency, can result in neuropathy. Keep a close watch and report to your physician regarding any new or worsening symptoms of neuropathy, such as, tingling and numbness of hands and feet, altered sensitivity to touch and temperature, radiating burning sensation in extremities, poor coordination and balance, [...]

Findings to Watch for and Report in Individuals with Folate Deficiency-2

Patient was educated on findings to watch for and report in individuals with folate deficiency as follows: Arrhythmia: Compromised oxygen supply to the heart muscle can result in palpitations and arrhythmias. Keep a close watch and report to your physician regarding any new or worsening signs and symptoms of arrhythmia, such as, fluttering in the chest, racing or abnormally slow heartbeat, poorly felt pulse, dizziness, any episodes of loss of consciousness, chest pain and/or discomfort, and [...]

Findings to Watch for and Report in Individuals with Folate Deficiency-1

Patient was educated on findings to watch for and report in individuals with folate deficiency as follows: Shortness of breath: Low folate content, reduced oxygen pick-up, and resulting anemia lead to deficient oxygen supply to all vital organs, resulting in dyspnea and compromised endurance. Report to your physician regarding any worsening of or exacerbation of SOB and oxygen saturations consistently below 90. Oxygen dependent individuals must report any need for increase in oxygen requirements. Chest pain [...]