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Health Conditions
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
What are the symptoms?
In mild cases of IDA there may be no symptoms at all. However, in moderate and severe cases the following symptoms may be present:
- Decreased exercise tolerance
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Pale skin
- Irritability
- Weakness
- Rapid heart rate
- Shortness of breath
- Sensitivity to cold
- Headache
- Brittle nails
- Tongue pain
- Decreased appetite
- Decreased saliva
- Craving dirt, clay, cornstarch, or ice
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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What are the symptoms?
