Course of disease
An iron deficiency that leads to depression and remains untreated can lead to a deterioration in mood. The mood of those affected can therefore deteriorate further. In addition, iron deficiency can lead to further symptoms, which also increase without therapy.
For example, a severe iron deficiency anemia can lead to shortness of breath or even hair loss. The physical symptoms usually contribute to the fact that those affected feel even “worse”. In the best case, a proper therapy with iron preparations will lighten the mood again. This can take a few weeks to months, as the iron stores have to refill.
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