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Iron Deficiency Anemia


Symptoms & Signs

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Iron deficiency anemia doesn't cause symptoms right away. The symptoms, which develop slowly over time, may include the following:

  • dizziness or lightheadedness
  • fatigue and weakness
  • headache
  • irritability
  • less endurance in exercise
  • pale skin and eyes, called pallor
  • pica, a condition in which the person craves nonfood items such as ice
  • rapid heartbeat
  • shortness of breath, especially with exercise

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