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Iron Deficiency Anemia

Also known as: IDA · Microcytic Anemia

Iron deficiency anemia is the most common nutritional anemia worldwide. It presents with fatigue, dyspnea, hair shedding, and impaired exercise capacity.

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Dr. Laura Purdy · MD, MBA
Clinical Director, oMeds
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IDA shows low ferritin, low iron, high TIBC, and low transferrin saturation, with microcytic indices on CBC. Provider-reviewed care identifies the underlying cause (intake, absorption, loss) and tailors replacement and follow-up.

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