Iron Deficiency in Adults – A Review (2023) Michael Auerbach, MD

Description

A comprehensive clinical review detailing the prevalence, symptoms (including fatigue, restless legs syndrome, and pica), causes (bleeding, malabsorption), diagnosis (low ferritin and/or transferrin saturation), and treatment of absolute iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia in adults. The review discusses oral iron as the first-line therapy, noting indications for intravenous iron in cases of intolerance, poor absorption, or chronic inflammatory conditions (CKD, HF, IBD).