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What may cause iron deficiency in the body?
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Lack of intake : Blood loss from any part of the body. A lack of iron in your diet. An inability to absorb iron for any reason. Pregnancy.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Iron deficiency: Iron deficiency can be caused by loss of blood or decreased iron intake. In women it is often related to menstrual bleeding. It requires a workup to determine the cause.
Answered 2/23/2020
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