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Told iron defic anemia but sudden increased constant symptoms: pain in legs, fatigue, twitching/shaking, shortness of breath/pounding fluttering heart?

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Anemia: Go to an er as soon as possible. Your anemia may be getting worse. With the symptoms you describe, you might need to have immediate medical attention.

Answered 9/9/2018

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A member asked:

Told iron defic anemia but sudden increased constant symptoms: pain in legs, fatigue, twitching/shaking, shortness of breath/pounding fluttering heart?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jack Rubin answered

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