SYMPTOMS OF IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA IN NON-DIALYSIS-DEPENDENT CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE1,2

Body aches

Extreme Fatigue

Chest pain

Dizziness

Headaches

Insomnia

Pale skin

Brittle nails

Weakness

Fainting

Reduced mental acuity

Irregular heartbeat

Shortness of breath

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