Which of the following is a typical sign of iron deficiency anemia in toddlers?

• A. Pallor, fatigue, and poor growth.
• B. Jaundice and dark urine.
• C. Weight gain.
• D. Headache.

Answer: (A)

Iron deficiency anemia in toddlers most often shows up as pallor, fatigue, and poor growth. When iron is scarce, hemoglobin production drops, reducing oxygen delivery to tissues. That makes a toddler look pale, feel easily tired or fussy, and have slower or suboptimal growth over time. Jaundice and dark urine point to other problems like increased red blood cell breakdown or liver issues, not iron deficiency. Weight gain is not typical of iron deficiency, and headaches are not a common presenting sign in toddlers.