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My story: Nikkie and IDA

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk. Medically reviewed in August 2023 by Mark Arredondo, MD.

Updated on October 25, 2024

Iron-deficiency anemia, or IDA, is when you have unhealthy blood cells due to not having enough iron present in the body. In this video, Nikkie shares her IDA diagnosis story and the importance of seeking treatment for this type of anemia.

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