Can iron deficiency anemia be causing my headaches?
July 29th, 2010 by admin
Could chronic daily headaches and/or migraines be caused from iron deficiency?
Jamie – Yes!
Signs/Symptoms
During the early stages of anemia symptoms may be lacking; and when they do appear they may be vague and confusing. Among the typical symptoms are abdominal pain, coldness, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, headache, inability to think clearly, irritability, loss of appetite, pale blue whites of the eyes, pale skin, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath during exercise, and weakness. Specific signs of iron deficiency include a strong desire to eat ice, paint, or dirt, and fingernails or toenails that break easily.
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July 29th, 2010 at 10:39 am
Jamie – Yes!
Signs/Symptoms
During the early stages of anemia symptoms may be lacking; and when they do appear they may be vague and confusing. Among the typical symptoms are abdominal pain, coldness, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, headache, inability to think clearly, irritability, loss of appetite, pale blue whites of the eyes, pale skin, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath during exercise, and weakness. Specific signs of iron deficiency include a strong desire to eat ice, paint, or dirt, and fingernails or toenails that break easily.
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a medical professional
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July 29th, 2010 at 11:13 am
Yes if you have anemia and you Iron count is down this also means your Blood Volume is low, this in turn doesn’t allow enough blood to reach your brain. If laying flat on the floor helps them a lot its most likely this reason.
But there are many causes or Triggers for ones headaches and/or migraines.
If you have had this headache / migraines for more the 4 days you should really see your doc/neurologist.
Best Wish’s,
Nolwe
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