What Is Iron Deficiency Anemia?
6. Symptoms
In many cases, a patient with iron deficiency anemia may not even notice. Symptoms will begin to appear if the condition worsens, however. Common symptoms of the disease include fatigue and weakness. These happen because a lack of oxygen means the patient is unable to generate their own energy.
Other potential symptoms include cold hands and feet, and dizziness. The patient may also have a fast heart beat and chest pain, and they can also be short of breathe. Brittle nails are another potential symptom, as is a sore and inflamed tongue. Some patients will also lose their appetite, while some will develop some unusual cravings.
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