An estimated 10 million people in the US are iron deficient. But if you're one of them, you may not realize you have an issue right away. This is because the symptoms of iron deficiency, like fatigue ...

From the outset, correcting an iron deficiency may seem small, but it can make a world of a difference in helping you feel empowered and in control of your health. Restoring iron to your body can help ...

Taking supplements without proper medical guidance can lead to constipation, stomach irritation, or dangerously high iron levels, which can harm the liver and heart, said Dr Manjusha Agarwal, senior ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I was prescribed iron for a low iron level due to “microcytic anemia.” I couldn’t tolerate oral iron because of constipation and hemorrhoids, so my doctor prescribed iron infusions.

Low iron is a risk factor for anemia, Wenger said, but people can become anemic for other reasons. However, women visiting their OB-GYN typically are not tested for iron deficiency, which may be a ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Roach • I am 76. For the past three years, my hemoglobin has been very low. The lowest it has been is 7. I took iron for ...

Struggling to get your iron levels back on track? You're not alone. Despite taking supplements, many of us still experience the frustrating symptoms of iron deficiency. Iron is an essential nutrient ...

Pale skin and tiredness are commonly associated with low iron levels, but there are some more unusual symptoms that may indicate that your stores of this essential mineral are running low. Developing ...

Dear Dr. Roach • I am 76. For the past three years, my hemoglobin has been very low. The lowest it has been is 7. I took iron for more than three months, and it made no difference. I have been checked ...

Anemia deficiency of iron has a significant impact on the quality of life and the brain development of children.

Iron deficiency, often overlooked, significantly impacts hair health, causing thinning and excessive shedding. Low iron hinders red blood cell production, reducing oxygen to hair follicles. This ...