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Why do I have iron deficiency anemia?

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Why do I have iron deficiency anemia?

Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Can iron-deficiency anemia decrease %SpO2?

Yes. In anemic patients, oxygen delivery decreases and oxygen extraction is increased. This leads to decreased venous hemoglobin saturation and a lower tissue oxygen saturation

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Can I take an iron supplement if I have haemoglobin 6g/dl?

Yes, you can take iron supplements if your hemoglobin levels are 6. However, consider investigating why your levels are low with a blood test.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Can a low iron deficiency cause cancer?

There is very less evidence that iron deficiency leads to cancer. However, few research papers indicates that blood loss can result in colon cancer and uterine cancer.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What are the common symptoms of iron deficiency anemia?

The most common symptoms of iron deficiency (anemia) are fatigue, rapid heartbeats, shortness of breathe, headache and unexplained generalised weakness.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What do you feel when you are iron deficient?

When you are iron deficient the first common symptom is that they feel unexplained fatigue and lack of energy. If you are feeling so, get a blood test done to know your iron levels.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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