To Understand Iron Deficiency and Iron Deficiency Anemia
Iron is an important nutrient that is used to make hemoglobin (this protein carries oxygen to other cells in the body), myoglobin (this protein helps deliver oxygen to muscles), and other functions vital to health. Iron deficiency anemia happens when the body is losing (or using) more iron than it is taking in; this leads to less red blood cells and hemoglobin, resulting in a number of important symptoms.
How do you know if you might have iron deficiency anemia? Can you be iron deficient without having anemia? What treatment options are there to help build blood and boost your iron levels? Our free patient guides are here to help.
Deepen your understanding of iron, anemia, and the treatment options available to Canadians with these free downloadable guides.
Patient education resources share common health facts, suggestions, and tips, and are not medical advice. Some of the information provided in these resources may not apply to you. Please talk to your doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider to confirm if the suggested treatment options will work for you. They can also answer any questions or concerns that you might have.
Merelle is a 4th-year medical student at the uOttawa Faculty of Medicine, hoping to pursue her residency in Family Medicine. She is dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their health by providing accessible and understandable medical information. Merelle values lifelong learning and empowers others with informed health choices.
Dr. Karima Khamisa is a consultant hematologist at The Ottawa Hospital and assistant professor at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Khamisa obtained her medical degree (MD) at the University of Western Ontario and completed a fellowship in Internal Medicine at Queen’s University, followed by a hematology fellowship at the University of Ottawa. Her current research focus involves the optimization of iron in gynecology patients.
Lauren is a current graduate student at the University of Toronto in the department of Medical Biophysics. She is passionate about learning, teaching, and science and is hoping to pursue a career in the healthcare field.
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