Relationship Between Gestasyonel Depression and Iron Deficiency Anemia In Pregnancy: A Case-Control Study

Background: Iron deficiency may occur due to increased need and inadequate compensation of losses in pregnancy. Anemia may contribute to the emergence of depression and may lead to increased frequency. Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate whether iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is related to the risk of pregnancy depression and whether that risk differs in different stages of pregnancy. Method: A total of 408 pregnant women took part in the study. Possible depression was assessed using the Edinburgh postnatal depression scale (EPDS). Pregnant women were divided into two groups according to the presence of anemia. Results: IDA frequency was found as 13%. Eighteen (34.0%) pregnant women in the anemic group scored