So I did what so many runners do and pushed myself to run through exhaustion. And when that became unsustainable, I shortened ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I was prescribed iron for a low iron level due to “microcytic anemia.” I couldn’t tolerate oral iron because of constipation and hemorrhoids, so my doctor prescribed iron infusions.

Constipation can occur with iron supplements because of how excess iron can affect the environment of your gut, slowing ...

A constant feeling of exhaustion may be caused by poor sleep, but it could also be a sign of low iron. Doctors estimate that as many as one in three adults may have undiagnosed iron deficiency. Iron ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Roach • I am 76. For the past three years, my hemoglobin has been very low. The lowest it has been is 7. I took iron for ...

Low iron is a risk factor for anemia, Wenger said, but people can become anemic for other reasons. However, women visiting their OB-GYN typically are not tested for iron deficiency, which may be a ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am Greek and have thalassemia minor. In general, my red blood cells are much smaller than typical ones, and my iron content is significantly low. Every time I see a different doctor ...

Fatigue and pallor (paler-than-usual skin) are the most well-known signs of iron deficiency. However, it can also cause a range of unexpected symptoms that are often overlooked. Iron deficiency is one ...