About Women's Health: Iron Deficiency Anemia

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health This week we explore anemia from the symptoms to treatments. We also take a look at iron overload or hemochromatosis, as well as lots of other important health information. Have a healthy week! Tracee What Is Iron Deficiency Anemia? Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia. Those most affected by iron deficiency anemia include young children, girls who have reached menarche, and women during their reproductive years. About half of all pregnant women experience iron deficiency anemia during their pregnancies. Overall, at least 1 out of 5 girls and women experience iron deficiency anemia at some point during their reproductive years. See More About:  menstruation  puberty  pregnancy The Symptoms Of Iron Deficiency Anemia When your iron level is too low, you may have iron deficiency anemia. The most common symptom of iron deficiency anemia is fatigue. If you don't have enough hemoglobin in your blood, you will feel tired or wear out more easily. Hemoglobin is an iron-rich protein in the blood that carries oxygen throughout your body. See More About:  iron rich foods  nutrition  heart disease Treatments For Iron Deficiency Anemia While excessive blood loss most commonly causes iron deficiency anemia, increasing your dietary intake of iron-rich foods can both help prevent and treat low iron levels in your blood. See More About:  menstruation  pregnancy diet  fatigue What Is Iron Overload? As women, we are often reminded about our special need for iron, and so iron overload may seem like the last potential we need to consider. For most of us, it is. Many women consume iron supplements to bridge the gap with no issues. However, for more than 1 million Americans, iron supplementation can have devastating consequences. See More About:  diabetes  nutrition  fatigue Women's Health Ads Woman Health Health Care Plan Health Clinic Health Nutrition Health News Featured Articles Why Blood Is Red? Who Is Most At Risk For Iron Deficiency Anemia? Do Iron Supplements Cause Stomach Upset Or Constipation? What Is Anemia? Q&A About Menstruation Abnormal Bleeding After Tubal Ligation   More from About.com Backyard Chickens 101 Dabble in the self-sufficient, eco-friendly life with these essential chicken-raising tips. More> 24 Amazing Container Gardens These gorgeous and creative gardens prove it doesn't take a lot of space to create something special. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Top 10's Top 10 Causes Of Vaginal Bleeding After Sex Top 10 Causes Of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Top 10 Things Women Want To Know About Their Health Advertisement