14 Signs of IRON DEFICIENCY You Can See: Doctor Explains

Violin MD β€’ April 26, 2025
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Dr. Siobhan Deshauer, MD, FRCPC I'm a certified Canadian internal medicine and rheumatology specialist. I create optimistic health content for a community of curious minds who want science-backed information to improve their health and inspire a brighter future. Become a member to get access to perks including monthly live-streams, bonus video content, and a chance to chat with me one-on-one. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiamy6DLsjIeCgfz8TLXg9Q/join Instagram: Violin.MD TikTok: @theviolinmd Email: [email protected] PO Box 1 119 Spadina Ave. Toronto, ON, Canada M5T 2T2 DISCLAIMER: I make every effort to publish correct information. I will double check all my facts but realize that medicine is a constantly changing science and art. I am simply presenting my views, and I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. These videos are not intended as medical advice. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.

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In this video, I walk you through 14 visible signs of iron deficiency that you can actually see on your body - from nail changes, to rashes and odd food cravings. As a doctor, I'll explain how iron is used in the body and why iron deficiency can be linked to conditions like colon cancer or diet problems. We'll also discuss when and how you should get your iron level checked. 0:00 Intro 0:25 Pallor (Pale) 2:10 Fatigue 2:39 Koilonychia (Spoon Nails) 3:40 Pica 4:32 Atrophic Glossitis 5:19 Beeturia 6:13 Angular Cheilitis 6:59 Skin Infections 7:54 Restless Legs Syndrome 8:42 Depression 9:11 Stroke Risk 10:08 Itchiness 10:19 Hair Thinning 10:28 Dark Circles Under Eyes 10:42 Diagnosis 11:27 Treatment 11:41 Causes 13:18 Practical Tips This video is made for educational purposes only and should not be viewed as medical advice. Speak to your doctor if you have any concerns about your health. ⭐ Become a VMD Member to get access to monthly live-streams, bonus content and a chance for a one-on-one chat with me! Click to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiamy6DLsjIeCgfz8TLXg9Q/join SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a video COMMENT with any questions or just to say hi LIKE if you want to see more like this! πŸ™‹β€β™€οΈ Let’s stay connected! Instagram: Violin.MD Facebook: @realviolinmd Twitter: Violin_MD Mail: PO Box 1, 119 Spadina Ave, Toronto ON, Canada, M5T2T2 See you in the next video! ~ Siobhan (Violin MD) ~ β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€” ❀ YOU MAY ALSO ENJOY WATCHING... ❀ 15 Signs of HYPOTHYROIDISM You Can See https://youtu.be/Q7empXATvZ0 12 Signs of LIVER DISEASE You Can See https://youtu.be/q0j5b3oZCDk 10 Signs of DIABETES You Can SEE https://youtu.be/TQo9NNYl1DY β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€” πŸ“Έ Image Credits: - Bethea Medical Media: https://betheamedicalmedia.com - Hybrid Medical Animation: https://www.hybridmedicalanimation.com