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Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron deficiency anemia develops when there isn't enough iron that's incorporated into your oxygen-carrying red blood cells. Learn how to manage the condition and what treatments are available.
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Iron Tests: Uses, Types, Side Effects, Procedure, and Results
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
Israeli Laboratory Leads Western World In Blood Testing
Red Cell Distribution Width: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, and Results
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV): Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, and Results
Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD
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17 Iron-Rich Vegetarian Meals
Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD
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IV Treatment for Iron Deficiency Anemia
Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD
Iron rich foods can prevent iron deficiency.
Iron Deficiency Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention
Medically reviewed by Chris Vincent, MD
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The Different Types of Anemia
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
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Iron Deficiency: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Keri Peterson, MD
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Athletes and Iron Deficiency Anemia
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
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Iron Supplements: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions
Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD
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Dietary Ways to Manage Iron Deficiency Anemia
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
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Pagophagia: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
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Iron Deficiency and Anemia in Children
Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD
Anemia Diet: What to Eat for Better Management
Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD
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When Is Iron Deficiency Anemia Actually Something Else?
Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD