Iron deficiency anemia is a condition of a lack of iron required to store and carry oxygen in red blood cells. Other types of anemia can be caused by a lack of vitamin B12 or folate in the body. Iron deficiency anemia may be caused by excessive bleeding in the stomach or intestine stomach and bowel cancer, or taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In women of reproductive age, heavy periods and pregnancy are common causes of iron deficiency.
Associated Symptoms
- Fatigue
- Lethargy
- Shortness of breath
- Heart palpitations
- Dizziness
- Pale complexion
- Headaches
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Active vitamin B12 and folate Code 6013