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Does iron definicy anemia cause very low energy shortness of breath when walking and no appetite?
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Anemia would need to be quite profound to trigger this pattern of symptoms. When these symptoms occur, I would look first at other more worrisome conditions as the origin.
Answered 9/10/2022
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Agree with Dr. Ferguson. It would be prudent to see your doctor to see if you may be depressed. Depression is treatable. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated. Drink more water. Wish you good health!
Answered 9/11/2022
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