Comparative Prevalence of Iron Deficiency Anemia in Exclusively Breastfed Versus Exclusively Cow Milk-Fed Infants: A Cross-Sectional Study

The study's findings indicate a significant association between exclusive cow's milk feeding and the development of IDA in infants, underscoring the importance of appropriate infant feeding practices. No significant link was observed between the frequency of pediatric check-ups and IDA prevalence. Additionally, parental confidence in understanding their infant's nutritional needs was significantly related to IDA occurrence. These results highlight the need for targeted nutritional education for parents to prevent IDA in infants.