What are the symptoms of anemia?
- Often, no symptoms
- Paleness
- Feeling tired
- Unusual shortness of breath during exercise
- Unusual food cravings (known as pica)
- Fast heartbeat
- Cold hands and feet
- Brittle nails or hair loss
- Headaches
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
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