• Can anemia cause loose stools?

I'm anemic, but I've been eating a high-iron diet and taking supplements alongside that to treat it. Recently, though, I started having loose stools. Can anemia cause loose stools?

2 Answers

  • Gastroenterologist
  • LAS VEGAS, NV

No, anemia does not alter bowel habits.

  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hicksville, NY

Anemia is a serious condition and needs to be evaluated by a specialist. There are so many causes of anemia and most are serious.

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