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.
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.
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.
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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