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Anemia caused by low iron
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Iron deficiency anemia is caused by a deficiency of iron in the blood. Common symptoms are weakness, headache and fatigue. Iron supplements can help treat anemia. Side effects of these treatments can include vomiting, constipation and upset stomach.
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menstrual, bleeding, sickle cell, blood cell, hemoglobin, hematocrit, iron, nausea, constipation
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Rated on: 4/19/2017 4:39:11 PM
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