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Health Conditions
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
Introduction
Do you have a feeling of constant weakness and fatigue? Do you become short of breath easily during mild exercise? Do you ever feel like your heart is going to beat right out of your chest? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be among over 500 million people in the world that suffer from iron deficiency anemia (IDA). IDA is usually not a deadly condition, but it is associated with increased risk of infection, decreased work productivity, and developmental delays. However, more severe cases, if left untreated, can progress and cause more serious complications. IDA can usually be corrected with iron supplementation, but sometimes, additional treatments are necessary to correct the cause.
It is important to keep in mind that IDA should not be self-diagnosed or self-treated. If you feel that you or your child may have IDA you should seek the advice of a healthcare provider. Your healthcare provider can perform a blood test to determine if you have IDA.
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Last Updated: August 2007
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