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Common symptoms of iron deficiency anemia include muscle weakness shortness of breath and lightheadedness. Why does iron deficiency cause these symptoms?

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It happens when your body doesn't have enough iron to make hemoglobin, a substance in your red blood cell that allows them to carry oxygen throughout your body.
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