[Icterus due to carotene associated with iron deficiency anemia]

Schweiz Med Wochenschr. 1989 Jun 24;119(25):918-21.
[Article in German]

Abstract

We present 2 patients with carotenemia who also suffered from iron deficiency anemia. A causal relationship between the ingestion of excessive quantities of carrots and iron deficiency is postulated, since iron deficiency is known to be responsible for change of appetite (pica). A knowledge of this condition, which follows an indolent, reversible course, is necessary for the clinician mainly in view of the differential diagnostic aspects.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anemia, Hypochromic / complications*
  • Anemia, Hypochromic / diagnosis
  • Carotenoids / blood*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Gilbert Disease / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Jaundice / diagnosis*
  • Jaundice / etiology

Substances

  • Carotenoids