The lack of iron can cause a condition known as iron deficiency anaemia, which leads to insufficient oxygen supply to your body. More than one-third (37%) of pregnant Malaysian women suffer from both iron deficiency and anaemia, making them significant and challenging health problems. Iron deficiency anaemia may be confused with thalassaemia, which is an inherited genetic blood disorder. Vague symptomsAside from pregnant women, iron deficiency is also common among lactating women (those producing breast milk). However, the symptoms of iron deficiency can be vague and non-specific, such as:FatigueShortness of breathFast heartbeatCold hands and feetCravings for strange substances (e.g.

Source: The Star September 03, 2020 23:26 UTC