Question

Common symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia include muscle weakness, shortness of breath, and lightheadedness. Why does iron deficiency cause these symptoms?

Answer 1

These symptoms are caused by insufficent ways to produce iron in the body. Because this happens our bodies can not produce enough red blood cells. Which results in shortness of breath and constant tiredness.

Answer 2

Iron is a neeeded nutrient, so when your body is short of it, it might not work as properly, causing these symptoms.