Nursing · Paediatric Nursing
A 5-year-old child has microcytic hypochromic anemia and is started on iron therapy. Despite good compliance, hemoglobin levels do not improve. On examination, a bluish-black line is seen along the gum margin (Burton's line). What is the most likely cause?
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