The human body needs sufficient iron to produce hemoglobin, which carries oxygen throughout the body through red blood cells. Anemia is a serious condition where the number of hemoglobin or red blood cells is too low. A fetus needs iron to develop properly, and expectant mothers need enough iron to support their own bodies as well as the fetus.
Anemia is a common complication during pregnancy, even if the mother was not anemic before becoming pregnant. In fact, around one-third of pregnant women in the U.S. are affected by anemia. Doctors should know this and be prepared to take appropriate actions to ensure the health of both the mother and child. Failure to do so is medical negligence, and it could cause maternal and birth injuries with far-reaching consequences. If untreated or undiagnosed maternal anemia affected you or your child, our experienced Cook County, IL birth injuries attorneys can help you secure the compensation you deserve.