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After further analysis of case study 1, Ms. A is suffering is the most common type of anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia. Iron deficiency occurs when red blood cells (RBCs) is lower than normal in the body. The protein is answerable for carrying oxygen in the body’s tissues, which is important for body tissues and muscles to function successfully (Oxygen at altitude,2009). Short of sufficient iron the hemoglobin is not producing enough making someone become anemic, several causes can develop iron deficiency anemia, such as breast breastfeeding, menstruation, blood donation, endurance training, digestive conditions, foods, and caffeinated drinks. And in this case study Ms. A has a bigger cause for iron deficiency anemia that is during mensuration

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