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There are several factors that can cause iron levels to drop. Here are some common causes:
If you don’t consume enough iron in your diet, your body may not be able to produce enough hemoglobin, which can lead to iron deficiency anemia.
Blood loss can also lead to iron deficiency anemia. This can occur due to heavy menstrual bleeding, childbirth, gastrointestinal bleeding (such as ulcers, tumors, or inflammatory bowel disease), or injury.
Pregnant women require more iron to support the growth of the fetus. If they don’t consume enough iron in their diet, they may develop iron deficiency anemia.
Some medications, such as proton pump inhibitors and antacids, can interfere with the absorption of iron from food.
People with chronic kidney disease may develop anemia due to the kidneys’ reduced ability to produce erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells.
People who engage in heavy exercise may lose iron through sweating and the breakdown of red blood cells.
