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Can hypothyroidism cause iron deficiency anemia?
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Yes it can: Iron deficiency anemia is more common in people with hypothyroidism.Red blood cells production falls and it can not be corrected just by iron sup;ements, and it improves as hypothyroidism is corrected.
Answered 4/8/2020
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