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5. Headaches
Another signs and symptom of iron deficiency is headache. If your body lacks iron, your brain will not be receiving enough oxygen. This is why you will suffer from headaches from time to time. This is a result of the swelling of the blood vessels in the brain which puts pressure on your skull, leading to headaches.
Generally, headaches that are a result of iron deficiency are frequent and recurring. This is usually accompanied by dizziness and some other symptoms. For patients suffering from severe cases of iron deficiency, the headache can get so extreme that it will interfere with their daily tasks and will significantly affect their quality of life.
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