Iron deficiency

Iron is essential for you body to perform at its best and it is needed for your mental and physical health and to keep your energy levels up. Iron deficiency is when your body’s demand outstrips your natural supply, which can cause many symptoms including fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath. If you are experiencing any symptoms it is important that you talk to your doctor.

Symptom checker

The warning signs of iron deficiency can be easily confused or ignored by people suffering from the condition. Visit our simple symptom checker, to see if you are experiencing any.

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Symptom checker
Visit the Listen

Visit the Listen To Your Body landing page for all information about the campaign and detail of events or activity on Iron Deficiency Day, 26th November.

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Women’s health

As a woman you are more at risk of not having enough iron in your body. This may be due to pre-existing health conditions, pregnancy or menstrual activity.

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Women’s health
Chronic heart failure

Chronic heart failure

This means that your heart is not working well enough to pump the blood your organs and tissues need around the body. This is a common condition and may be partly due to a lack of iron.

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Inflammatory bowel disease

If you have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) your risks increase of also having iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia.

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Inflammatory bowel disease
Chronic kidney disease

Chronic kidney disease

This condition occurs when you have kidney damage or reduced kidney function for more than three months. The result of this condition can cause or is directly linked to iron deficiency.

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Talk to a doctor

If you have been feeling fatigued or have any other signs of iron deficiency such as paleness, dizziness or a racing heart, you may want to speak to your doctor.

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