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Is ‘ferritin face’ real? Why your iron levels might be low - video
Social media is awash with claims iron deficiency can be identified in the mirror by dark circles, breaking hair and dry skin. But is ‘ferritin face’ real?
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The video examines whether “ferritin face” – dark circles, hair loss and dry skin – truly signals iron deficiency. Madeleine Finlay interviews Ian Sample about why many people struggle to maintain adequate iron levels and how low iron can be accurately diagnosed. Hal Drakesmith, a professor of iron biology at Oxford, explains the most effective methods for correcting a deficiency, while consultant haematologist Dr Sue Pavord offers clinical guidance. The discussion highlights practical steps for testing and treating iron deficiency.
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