Iron Deficiency in Menstruating Adult Women: Much More Than Anemia

    January 2020 in “ Women's health reports ”
    M. C. Fernández‐Jiménez, Gemma Moreno, I. M. Wright, Pei‐Chun Shih, Mónica Vaquero, Ángel F. Remacha
    TLDR Iron deficiency in menstruating women causes many health issues beyond anemia and needs early detection and treatment.
    The document discussed the broader implications of iron deficiency in menstruating adult women beyond anemia, highlighting various health issues such as fatigue, impaired cognitive function, and decreased immune response. A study involving 35 women showed that iron therapy resolved symptoms like pica, cheilitis, and restless legs syndrome, and significantly improved hair loss and nail changes. Cognitive function also improved post-treatment. The findings emphasized the importance of early detection and treatment of iron deficiency and suggested that healthcare providers should consider it in their differential diagnosis for non-specific symptoms. The study underscored the need for increased awareness and proactive management of iron levels in this population.
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