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What problems can be caused by iron deficiency?
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Anemia: Iron is critical to making hemoglobin. Iron deficiency cause anemia. If it is low, it can be due to several causes and should be investigated carefully. See your doc right away if you think you are low in iron and/or anemic.
Answered 11/18/2018
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See below: Agree with Dr. M. Iron deficiency will cause anemia, weakness, shortness of breath and if severe heart failure. If you think you iron deficient take oral iron and multivitamin supplements.
Answered 3/25/2022
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Memory/Cognition : Very important and not as often mentioned, cognitive/memory problems are also common if severe or chronic deficiency states
Answered 11/24/2018
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