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12 years ago
I have a history of iron deficiency, and I also learned recently that I also have low blood pressure, according to my neurologist. Also, I have had quite a few fainting spells, which, according to my neurologist, are because of my low blood pressure. Could my iron deficiency be related to my low blood pressure/fainting spells?
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12 years ago
It maybe. But if it is your anemia it  is not under control. Are you seeing a hematologist ? If not please do. Low blood pressure should also be treated. Fainting is never a good thing. Has you cardiologist tested you for postural hypotension ?
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12 years ago
It very well could be your anemia, but what about the low blood pressure? Are you being treated for it?
Your fainting is likely a combination of both of those conditions. Why are you seeing a Neurologist? Is it just to
see why you are fainting?
You really should check into seeing a Cardiologist and maybe even a Hematologist.
Good Luck to you and please be careful!!
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12 years ago
Probably not necessarily related but the fact that you are anemic may mean that you are more likely to get dizzy when you have low blood pressure. When you are, anemic oxygen does not circulate as well.

When you have low blood pressure your brain doesn't get properly perfused with blood and even less oxygen gets to the brain. You subsequently get dizzy and faint.

Both anemia and low blood pressure can be caused by many things. See your doctor regulary until conrolled. T

he most common cause of low blood pressure is not enough fluids, so drink up. Likewise if your iron levels are too low then eat more iron rich foods.

Chris- Registered Nurse
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12 years ago
Yes I believe from my experience it could be.

But you need to go to a doctor asap to make sure.
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