• female
• 30 Years
• 01/04/2021

What are the symptoms of lack of iron?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 0+ Yrs

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Tiredness or lack of energy, noticeable heartbeat, pale skin, irregular periods

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