Answer
Iron deficiency may result from blood loss, pregnancy, poor intake, inflammation or impaired absorption. Replacing iron does not address an untreated underlying cause.
Sources for this answer
- Feraccru 30mg hard capsules — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance
General medicine information. Follow the instructions for your own medicine and speak to a pharmacist or clinician about your individual circumstances.