Papilledema due to iron-deficiency anemia
Objective: We reported the association between iron-deficiency anemia and papilledema in a case of presumed idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) and subsequent resolution of the signs and symptoms on correction of anemia. Methods: Case notes, blood tests, clinical photographs, and neuroimag...
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| Language: | English |
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Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology
2010-12-01
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| Series: | Philippine Journal of Ophthalmology |
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| Online Access: | https://paojournal.com/index.php/pjo/article/view/288 |
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| Summary: | Objective: We reported the association between iron-deficiency anemia and papilledema in a case of presumed idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) and subsequent resolution of the signs and symptoms on correction of anemia.
Methods: Case notes, blood tests, clinical photographs, and neuroimaging were collected and analyzed. Iron-deficiency anemia was treated with oral ferrous sulphate.
Results: Blood tests revealed a microcytic anemia consistent with iron-deficiency anemia. Magnetic resonance imaging did not demonstrate enlarged ventricles. There was complete resolution of all signs and symptoms after treatment of the anemia.
Conclusion: We recommend that a simple full blood count should be performed on all patients diagnosed with IIH |
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| ISSN: | 0031-7659 |