10 SIGNS OF IRON DEFICIENCY NOT TO MISS // DERMATOLOGIST
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- Опубликовано: 8 июн 2024
- 10 SIGNS OF IRON DEFICIENCY NOT TO MISS. DERMATOLOGIST @DrDrayzday on the skin signs of low iron. Low iron and hair loss. Iron and hair growth. Symptoms of low iron and iron deficiency anemia. #irondeficiency #nutrition #dermatology
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0:00 Signs of low iron
0:19 What is iron?
1:05 Symptoms of low iron
1:41 What causes low iron?
4:00 Pale skin and low iron
5:34 Dark circles and low iron
6:13 Angular cheilitis and low iron
6:59 Atrophic glossitis and low iron
7:42 Itch and low iron
8:35 Dry skin and low iron
9:33 Spoon nails and low iron
10:30 Skin infections and low iron
11:27 Brittle hair and low iron
11:47 Hair loss and low iron
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S/SX of Iron Deficiency:
1. Pallor
2. Dark circles under eyes
3. Angular Cheilitis(yeast)
4. Atrophic glossitis
5. Itch(generalized or localized)
6. Dry skin
7. Spoon nails
8. Skin infections(bacterial/staph & fungal
9. Brittle nails
10. Hair loss
Thanks...Have a blessed day !
Thank you, Melissa!!
Wow thankyou so much for your comment very informative
So….THOSE BALD PEOPLE ARE LOW IN IRON?
Oh god that me 😩
fast breathing from slow walking, faster heart rate when just walking, Being cold all the time and almost fainting when making sudden movements (dizzy standing from sitting) can be signs of iron deficiency too.
My symptoms exactly
Can I ask what has helped you?
My symptoms too
@starlite7785 iron infusion
That’s me alright
I had all over itch and was going crazy. Went to my doctor, got tests done and had bad anemia. She then refered me for a colonoscopy and unfortunately I was diagnosed with bowel cancer. Itchiness was the only symptom I had. So please, everyone, look for medical assistant even if you think it may be nothing too serious...
I'm so sorry to hear about that. I hope you are doing well.
Hi try looking in to fresh parsley tea
My doctor told me I was anemic many years ago. I used to have to go in and get vitamin B 12 shots in the arm but my insurance doesn’t cover that anymore and I can’t afford to go to the doctor for $250 each time. I don’t want to take iron pills because they constipate me. But I have stopped running. I have zero energy anymore. I get very pale when normally I have a good color, … and now my skin adjusting all the time. I no longer have health insurance so I can’t afford to get blood work.
@@HH-gv8mx try liquid iron instead of tablets and take with a glass of fruit juice 1 hour before a meal. It is much easier on the stomach and doesn't cause constipation.
@@anita8455 thank you I will try that 🤗
Wow I had no idea that low iron could lead to generalized itch. I've struggled with maintaining stable iron levels throughout my life, and dry skin/ itch is definitely something that I've experienced. Thank you for these nutrition-oriented vids!
Thanks for watching
heavy periods can cause it. internal bleeds from ulcers or small tears from NSAIDs abuse. low stomach acid as well. or mixing certain foods that stop iron from being absorbed, eg calcium or anti-oxidants.
@@normanjime5560 also drinking alcohol can cause it.
Have you tried ferrous bisglycinate form of iron. It has one of the best absorption when taken with vitamin c
Wow had no idea either...
I've been a vegetarian/vegan for almost 10 years while being super low in iron and my hair shed like crazy but I refused to accept it. Then I was diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia but Minoxidil would only work to a certain extent. Now I've been eating meat again for six months and my hair completely stopped shedding. It makes me very sad to do that but after being on a plant based lifestyle for almost a decade, I think it's fair to admit my body doesn't absorb iron and protein from a vegetarian/vegan diet as well as I thought.
But did your blood tests say you were fine while Vegan? I'm curious.
@@b0nemachine in general it was ok but iron and ferritin were extremely low. I tried to supplement but couldn't digest the pills most of the time so it didn't work out that much for me :(
iron is really tricky and people sometimes don't know a lot about the digestion :( I've been vegetarian for 5 years, had anemia too and just last year I learnt a lot of things about iron and the digestion of it. I'm going to write a bit about it in case it helps:
The thing that surprised me the most is: DON'T consume coffee, tea or chocolate before OR after eating (2 hours before and after), it won't let it absorb.
Calcium and iron don't mix, calcium will compromise the absorption of it.
Vitamin C is a really helpful so having a salad with lemon juice with your meals, could be lemonade too, orange juice and other vit. C rich fruits will definitely help iron absorb better.
Legumes every day if possible, lentils are rich in iron. You must soak them the night before or 8-12 hours (I'd go with 12) before cooking them, this goes for all legumes except red lentils. When you're about to cook them, discard the water and with chickpeas and beans you can go an extra step and boil them once, discard the water again and boil them again.
I appreciate you being vegan, but maybe for you to feel better, consider three arrows heme iron. Hope you feel better soon, I know how you feel.❤️
@@lisab.2081 There are liquid iron supplements like Floridix that are more absorbable.
I had a Ferritin level of 3. I couldn't walk upstairs without being winded and my heart started going into tachycardia randomly. I was miserable and barely able to function. 2 iron infusions later, I felt good again. Never neglect your health. I never will again
What caused your iron deficiency?
@@starlite7785 heavy monthly cycle
@@r4tgl same here I have a fibroid . Do you continue with iron infusions?
I have the same thing with the heart it's horrible on the left side. I take iron tablets above the recommend amount. I don't think one tablet a day works for ppl like us with severe anemia. I feel my iron gets depleted in hot weather also any iron I accumulate during non period days get depleted again on my period. Do I'm popping iron pills to survive
How did the infusions go? Did you get side effects ?
Everyone understand, and please read this! If you are anemic, they often cannot detect it unless you have an elite lab test. If you have heart pounding, if you walk up the stairs, if you’re tired, you can hear your heart pounding in your ear, if your hair is falling out, your skin is getting really pale get to the doctor as soon as possible. You can die from anemia. When I got to the hospital hem count was three with one being death. I was very very lucky that I knew to check myself into the ER.
Thank you for addressing iron deficiency symptoms in darker skin tones- as an RN this was never taught in nursing school.
Yes it was, in later years
@@aphroditeg2712 and how do u know when she went to school? To say yes it was "in later years".
I’m a doctor (qualified 3 years ago) and they often teach conditions only in white skin. This is terrible because many conditions appear differently in darker skin tones which means they are more likely to be missed and more likely to die.
RUclips won’t allow me to link the petition but there is a petition you can sign called “Medical schools must include BAME representation in clinical teaching”. You are more than welcome to sign. We have reached 200,000 signatures.
Most of this information is not taught at all in nursing school.
Thank you! I have been struggling with anemia all through the pandemic as my gyno provider closed in 2020 and I went without care for a long time. While I knew most of these symptoms were part of anemia, angular cheilitis was a new one to me and I had dealt with that too with no explanation. It's very distressing to have all of these random things happening while you're trying to be strong, keep moving forward, and live your life in a pandemic. Putting all of the pieces together and knowing it's not all in my head is very validating and empowering. Thank you.
The pandemic had me all messed up too. Parenting, working(closed for 2mos), stressed out to the max. It was a complete shit show and did a number on my nerves. I began shedding in 2021 really bad. Then it never stopped. Gor covid in 2022 and it ramped up from there. More hair loss...
Today I just started an Iron supplement hoping I can reverse some of this damage. Hope you're well 💕
Its amazing how some primary care docs down play iron deficiency, in my experience. Even if it wasn't extreme, it still makes a huge difference when left untreated for a long time.
Agree! I had to do a blood panel to get on low dose accutane. When I went back to look at the test results from early 2020, my iron levels were so low then too, but my doctor never mentioned it as a concern.
@Sandra R Wow, that's negligent. We have to be on top of these doctors sometimes, unfortunately. They just give you very basic info usually and I have to ask a million questions. Learn so much from Dr. Dray😃
Takes a long time to recover too, even after levels are restored. I’m told up to 2 yrs.
@Elisa Holland Well, depends on what issue. Usually I feel so much better right after infusions, like energy wise. Not out of breath or feeling that head 4ush when you get up from the floor or kneeling down. My nakls and hair got better months later I could see the nails improving. I had waves on a few finger nails that were there forever and after months I noticed they were gone. Had no idea it was because of that.
@@realhousewifeoftransylvania1.0 For sure, I’ve had critical improvements quickly as well, but certain effects take longer to fully recover I’m told.
Your videos are always so factual and well informed. Thank you for considering those with darker skin tones when making this♥️
As always so thorough and informative! As a person with a science n research background I love the depth of information I get from your videos on a topic. It’s like more than an hour’s worth of a journal club with fellow scientists. Love it!
Same for me😍 I have a linguistics university background and DD refreshes my ancient greek vocabulary and teaches medical stuff at the same time✨ Feels so good to be an student again...
Greetings from Spain 🧛🏻♀️🖤
I'm loving these videos and am amazed at how much vitamin deficiencies can affect the skin and hair. Thanks so much for the hard work and research. Happy Thursday, Dr Dray! I hope you have a tranquil evening. 💙
Fantastic info! Wish I would have known this while caring for my mother-in-law. Her dementia made it a bit difficult to diagnose when to go to a doctor, and she needed blood transfusions a few times due to low iron. I could have (a) gotten her treated sooner, and (b) looked to see if other symptoms (like itch, dry skin, etc) resolved shortly after the transfusion (thus possibly sparing her unnecessary visits to other doctors for those symptoms). But, now I know. Thank you Dr. Dray. It is obviously you care about not just your career, but specifically people well being. Thanks!
I'm 52 low iron. I was craving ice all the time. Shortness of breath is also a symptom. I was so low iron I was almost needing a blood transfusion. I believe the low iron was due to my heavy menstrual cycles. Good info! Thanks!
Did you end up with the blood transfusion? How are you managing your anemia?
I was diagnosed as anemic many years ago after tested by my gynaecologist. It was directly due to heavy periods. I started taking spirulina tablets which stopped it really well.
Lol, I feel you. I was absolutely obsessed with ice for about a year. Routine labs showed my h/h was so low I DID get a transfusion. It was from my periods and went away after an ablation. I just thought I had never realized how delicious ice was before ;)
@@hascjl can u explain what is ablation Im also anemic die to heavy period I used evening primrose capsules it helped because atleast I don't get to bleed many days and few times in a month but I wish to have my normal period again 3 days
I had an IUD because I was extremely heavy periods for 7 or more days. Now I don't have any bleeding. Ask about that first before getting a n ablation which is cauterizing the uterus. Also using cast iron pans help with getting more iron.
This was really interesting to me! I work with pts with lots of issues with hemoglobin levels and it's so helpful to know more about some of the dermatological signs of low iron.
Thank you for the educational videos. The internet needs more content like yours! :)
Thanks for watching
I am chronically anemic, and I appreciate you for giving more info than my doctor!
So informative! Thank you!
Thanks for watching
the skin infection thing is so real... when I was super anemic my acne got so much worse and wouldn't heal. A couple weeks after starting iron my skin starting clearing back up.
Good to know! My skin and hair hate me right now
Glad you did this video. I was diagnosed with anemia. Almost all of the symptoms you show I have. Keep up the great information.
This video was so informative! Thank you Dr Dray. ❤️
Thank you, doctor! Absolutely, please keep the nutritional deficiency videos coming! This, I think, should always the main places to start in wlth any health concern.
Thank you for addressing the difference of palor in deeper skin tones. Wonderful, interesting info as usual.
Been really enjoying this series of videos. Thanks for doing them, Dr Dray!
Thanks for watching
This is such a wonderful and unique series!
Thank you! 🙏 Dr. Dray for the pertinent information.
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEGE!!! SO MUCH APPRECIATED❤
Happy Thursday! Very interesting topic like always!
A hearty yes for the science-y things! Thanks, Dr. Dray ♥️
❤️YES ❤️
Oh my goodness ... This was so informative - thanks for your important quick and simple instructions!
This is so helpful! I have pretty bad ulcerative colitis and in the last couple years my skin has become so dry, bumpy and itchy with lichen nitidus. I've also gotten so many cysts and staph infections all over plus dry/damaged hair. Time to get on an iron supplement I guess.
What an excellent video! Many thanks.
Thank you for such a thorough breakdown of this topic, you are an excellent teacher - pace, delivery, enough detail for us to understand and not so much to bamboozle. You come across as a natural explainer but I'm sure that's due to the research and planning you do beforehand. Learnt a lot from this and your other skin care videos 👍👍👍
As always great video! Have a fabulous day! 💕💕
Thank you for breaking this down I learned a lot ❤️
I was about to make an appointment with my son's doctor to have his iron levels checked because his big toe nails are spoon nails - thank you for pointing out that this is completely normal in young children! :)
That was really insightful, thank you!
Awesome stuff as always , so informative 👌🏽
Excellent video! I thought I was familiar with the symptoms of IDA but this video was really enlightening. I had no idea about the itchiness IDA could cause.
Thank you Dr Dray. Very helpful.
I experienced many symptoms of iron deficiency for so many years. My hair was thinning, my skin went from oily to extremely dry, vertical nail ridges, and MAJOR problems with no energy. I saw multiple Dr’s and no one could figure out what was wrong. They all did the common blood tests, but everything was normal. It wasn’t until a new Dr tested my ferritin that I got an answer. My ferritin was a 7! Wish I had known to ask for that test!
How did they treat it - just iron supplement? My ferritin has been below 10 for over two years. Several times the lab has not been able to detect it. One of my doctors says I need transfusions, but my other doctors say ferritin doesn't matter unless Hgb is very low. I do have symptoms; that's why it was checked initially.
@@cicir423 if they won’t get you in for a transfusion, some of them will suggest supplementing. It usually takes months of supplementing though to get levels back up. It’s such a pain. You also have to be very careful not to go overboard if you’re not being monitored.
That's very odd. A basic blood test always checks ferritin levels especially if you tell your doctor your feeling extreme fatigue
Did any of experience shortness of breath and chest pain?
My ferritin is 44.4 - units ng/ml reference range vast at 4.63 to 204.00. Methodology CMIA. 🤷🏻♀️🤷🏻♀️ if anyone can explain as I’m still low at this level right?
Thank you so much for this relevant education! 💗
Thanks for watching
I was soooo tired after my period I started iron tablets and am doing better now 😊
Were you deficient in iron and ferritin? How many mg did you take daily?
Wow .. I have never come across so much depth on iron deficiency .. thanks a lot. You are very knowledgeable Doc.
Thank you for uploading educational content like this. ❤
Thanks for watching
Thank you so much for these video’s. I’ve learned sooooo much!
Great video. Very informative and well explained.
Hi Dr.! Hope you’re doing fine. The series of symptoms to lack of vitamins and diseases are very important. Could you please do one concerning Lichen Plan? I had never heard about it before my diagnosis, 8 years ago. Thank you for all your videos. I enjoy driving around your city too! 🌸☀️
I have low iron and this explains so much of all my problems. The skin itching I always thought was allergies but I hope it will improve with iron supplements. Thanks for making the video.
Did the itching feel like bites?
Thank you so very much for giving immence knowledge to all of us. I really like your content.
Very helpful and informative thanks
Great reminder especially for me working in ED/ER for tips for low iron in people of Colour eg the palms !
I have struggled with anemia most of my life. A nurse told me that drinking OJ with iron pills will help your body absorb it because of the vitamin C. I try to eat a lot of beets too. Even with prenatal vitamins, I was very anemic during my pregnancies. I also have mitral valve prolapse which makes me more lethargic. I have always had hard cycles and bled a lot. Dry heaving, horrible intense pain, cold sweats were a normal monthly part of my cycles before having babies. Men have it sooooo easy. I can't wait for menopause!
Menopause is horrible too so be careful what you wish for. I’m on bio identical hormones now so it’s better but insomnia and hot flashes were ruining my life.
@@sherirottweilersforever7772 my mom went through it with no issues. Not everyone struggles lol
Menopause is not a disease and not horrible for all women. Learning your body and giving it what it needs during menopause can help.
Excellent information, thank you!
I really appreciate the thoroughness of this. Was told to look this up after I was explaining all frustratedly how I felt terrible and weak every time I worked out lately and had no idea why. It's like a huge weight off my shoulders
I’ve suffered from low iron. Thank you this was very educational. I hope you’re also a medical professor because you excel at teaching
I love this nutrition and skin series! Also, could you please tell us your views on topical DNA repair enzymes? Do you believe they work? And what products contain them? Thank you for taking care of us so well.
So cute babe
This is a really informative video. Thanks
This is soooooo informative!!!! Thank you so much for sharing♥️
My only clue to being iron deficient was an growing craving for ice chips. I had had exceedingly heavy periods for years, yet none of the doctors i had consulted ever thought of checking my iron levels. I read about a link between ice chip cravings and low hemoglobin on the Mayo Clinic website and asked to be tested. By the time i returned home after giving blood for the test, my doctor's office had left a message that i required an emergency blood transfusion because my blood count had decreased so much. I had no other symptom except feeling tired "in my bones" and craving ice.
As someone studying to become an RD, I really appreciate these very quick recaps of all the physical manifestations for all the micronutrients! Thank you!
Doctors rarely test for this. Most would just prescribe an anti itch cream
Oh my goodness thank you so much for this video. I have skin infections, dry skin, and dry hair bc of my iron deficiency. I expected the hair and dry skin issue but skin infections I never knew was related to my iron deficiency. This is motivating me to do better with taking my vitamins and following my PCP instructions on seeing the hematologist for infusions. Thank you so much!!!!
Thank you. Very informative.
For me, my low iron was due to the fact that I was consuming gluten and gluten in my body inhibits iron absorption. Had very dry skin and fainting spells from time to time. Would also feel lightheaded if you squat down and get back up. Cutting out gluten and taking iron supps once in a while helps.
Did you have dry skin especially on your face ?
Same for me!! I never realized I had a gluten intolerance until I started getting acne all over my cheeks that I had never experienced, constant bloating and stomach aches, and constipation. (Sorry, TMI)
In conjunction with that. Hair loss, dry itchy skin, extremely low energy, mood swings. I finally got Blood Builder and cut dairy and gluten for good measure. It is like night and day difference.
The best I ever felt was cutting out dairy and gluten. I went from wanting to stay home all the time and being exhausted and hiding from everyone to smiling and wanting to go out and wanting to socialize because of more energy. That lasted about a week and my husband brought home a pizza and I gave in and slowly went back to eating whatever. But I will never forget that amazing week of feeling my energy return which makes me think about trying it again.
@@Angel-gb9gi its okay to cheat a little! But dont fall into old habits. Your body and mind will thank you 🥰
I keep being tested for celiac which is coming up negative, but I suspect that gluten is playing a role in my severe iron deficiency. I also have a host of stomach problems like constantly. Hmmm.
I'm loving these types of vids! 🤗
Thanks for watching
This was a great video! (I have Celiac disease) This was very helpful and informative. Thank you!!!
Years later and Dr.Dray is still my favorite.
So important to know it, especially if you got unexplained chronic anemia.
Wow! I need to make sure I'm getting those correct amount of iron. Thanks!
Thank you Dr. Dray! That was so informative! Especially the part about the itch. Is there any brand you would recommend?
My goodness i feel blessed that this was on my feed. The best advice thank you. I have low thyroid and my skin and hair is a confidence breaker.
I am anemic and it's a constant struggle to stay on top of. Thanks for this video!
Love the nutrition videos 💗 Although I've been itchy since hearing you discuss itching 😬
Thank you for proving this list.
Great video very helpful indeed 😊 thanks for sharing 🙂
Thank you Dr. Dray. Super informative. Dark circles also occur as a result of a toxic or detoxing liver.
Love these kinds of videos - almost everything you described is me, and not for the first time!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Happy Thursday Dr Dray! I hope your day goes great and well wishes to your mom and Tybee!
Thanks so much
I love these kinds of vlogs Thankyou Dr Dray
“The itch” is such a real thing and I’ve never been able to explain it 😮
Thank you so much for the valuable information 😍😍😍
Thanks for watching
Thank you Andrea 🥰
Life changing. I never understood the symptoms. I try to donate platelets but struggle with my iron. Now I’ll know by these signs.
Thank you so much for this video. I have really been wondering about this lately. I stopped eating meat about a year ago and need to go get mine checked. This was super informative! You are a wonderful educator ❤️ Have a wonderful day!
Same, this video came right on time. 💯
Be sure to get a full iron panel - most ordinary blood test just do a basic iron.
Like with vita b12. Some people are deficient in B12 but never know bc the usual CBC blood lab work up only looks at the B12 floating in your blood, NOT whether you are absorbing it or using it ,
"Active B-12" testing and a couple other kinds of B12 tests may be needed if ppl show clinical signs of B12 deficiency.
Oh and do NOT take Biotin before a blood test - at least 2-3 weeks bc it raised certain results in thyroid, and Vitamin D and I believe one more but I forgot.
Happy Thursday Dr Dray!
Happy Thursday
Always enjoy your videos. Very informative! Thank you !
Glad you like them!
Thank you Dr Dray. This is a brilliant teaching podcast. I highly recommend. It shows incredible knowledge, so thorough and covering such vital indicators of low iron.
I’ve dealt with chronic anemia and have seen hematologists for years and I didn’t even know some of these! Thank you for making this!
it is unfortunate the hemoglobin dr doesn't give more information to patients. Did you hem dr. discuss your GI track? Did your hem dr ask you if you eat calcium w iron? the two don't mix. Calcium will absolutely stop iron from binding. Did your hem dr ask you about your periods? instead of just treating iron deficiency anemia it would be more helpful to get to the source.
Shame on your doctors
@@normanjime5560 I do have trouble digesting things but my menstrual cycle is the main issue, and my ferritin is actually worse off than my hemoglobin. I have had several iron infusions but unfortunately developed an allergy to them :(
My wife has been struggling with impetigo for over 6 months. This makes so much sense. I wish our dermatologists pointed us in the right direction instead of endlessly feeding her antibiotics.
Have your wife get a blood test done. Tell them to check for iron and blood disorder. They can determine it.
OMG this was very helpful. Thank you so much ❤ You told so many things nobody else says..
This is super interesting, would love more videos like this one!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge Dr. Dray! I’ve been a subscriber to your channel for quite a while and always learn something new. Wish I lived in your area so I could be a patient!
In parts of Africa where I grew up pregnant ladies eat the soil from termite tunnels built on trees. Fascinating link to needing more iron in the diet.
Thanks for your videos dr Dray! You should consider doing a live stream!
Thanks for watching
great info! thank you
👍Need to watch B12 again. Thanks!
very informative. did not know that iron deficiency affected skin and hair loss! was told that part of my issue with chronic headaches and my craving for ice were possible signs or iron deficiency. since i've been taking an iron supplement daily for anemia for almost 4 years, i have had very little in the way of itching, i don't crave ice as much, and the only headaches i have anymore are due to the changes in weather. i'm also not losing nearly as much hair as i realized i was prior to taking the supplement!
Thank you for all you do
This is ME! One other cause is Lyme. I was diagnosed with Lyme, particularly a live form of Babesia, which gets into the red blood cells and restricts blood flow. My broken shoulder from 10 months ago isn’t healing properly because of lack of blood flow!! Also I’ve been told I look “pasty”, with no color. The biggest problem is that I am extremely tired, and can’t drive far. You also mentioned dry skin, and about a month ago, I was in my daughter’s car that has black fabric seats. There were flakes of my skin (I thought it was dust!) all over her seats! My doctor is trying to do blood work, but I can’t drive there, so I keep canceling. She mentioned this, so I’ve been taking iron supplements, and I hope I can function soon! THANK YOU!