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1. Frequent headaches
2. Skin looks paler
3. Easily feel tired and lethargic
4. Excessive hair loss
5. Nails are brittle and break easily
6. Hands and feet feel cold
7. Heartbeat can be heard in the ear
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Body
humans need a variety
minerals
important things that cannot be produced by yourself, one of them
iron
.Iron deficiency can cause anemia, a condition when the blood is unable to carry enough oxygen throughout the body.
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Cleveland Clinic
, iron is needed to produce hemoglobin, an important molecule in red blood cells that functions to transport oxygen.When iron levels decrease, hemoglobin production also decreases, so that the oxygen supply to body tissues is disrupted.
So, what are the signs that the body lacks iron?Most of the symptoms can be seen with the naked eye, so it is important to recognize them early so they can be treated immediately.
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Here are some signs that your body lacks iron that you need to be aware of:
1. Frequent headaches
Recurring headaches can be an early sign of iron deficiency.Quote
Healthline
, anemia due to iron deficiency can affect dopamine function and estrogen levels, especially in women with heavy menstruation.
This condition causes the brain to lack oxygen, causing intense headaches and frequent recurrences.
2. Skin looks paler
Skin color that appears paler can be a signal that the body is lacking iron.This is because hemoglobin gives blood its red color.If the levels are low, the skin will lose its natural reddish hue.
In those with dark skin, this change is usually visible on the inside of the lower eyelid which appears paler.
3. Easily feel tired and lethargic
Constant feeling of tiredness even though you have had enough rest could be a sign of iron deficiency anemia.When the body lacks hemoglobin, oxygen is not distributed optimally to the muscles and body tissues. As a result, the heart works harder to pump blood, making the body quickly tired and lethargic.
4. Excessive hair loss
Iron deficiency can also cause hair loss.Quoting Prevention, hair follicles need oxygen to grow properly.When oxygen is reduced, hair growth is hampered and it falls out easily.
The body tends to prioritize oxygen for vital organs such as the heart and brain, making the skin and hair lack oxygen.
5. Nails are brittle and break easily
Nails that break easily or even curve like spoons (spoon nails) can also be a sign that the body lacks iron.
Iron helps maintain the strength of proteins in hair and nails.When iron levels are low, nails lose their strength and are more easily damaged.
6. Hands and feet feel cold
Do you often feel cold in your hands and feet?This could be a sign that the body is lacking iron.
Limited oxygen causes the body to prioritize blood flow to vital organs, so that the extremities of the body such as the hands and feet become cold.
7. Heartbeat can be heard in the ear
Do you often hear a ticking or buzzing sound in your ears?It could be a symptom of pulsatile tinnitus, a sign of iron deficiency anemia.
Lack of oxygen makes the heart pump faster, so that blood flow increases and causes a beating sensation in the ears.
Recognizing signs of iron deficiency early is very important to prevent further complications.If you experience some of the symptoms above continuously, you should immediately do a blood test and consult a doctor.
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