Why are people with IBD at increased risk of iron deficiency?
There are several reasons why you may be at increased risk for iron deficiency if you have IBD. You may find that iron-rich foods are difficult to tolerate or are no longer palatable. Your body may also have difficulty absorbing iron from foods, due to the inflammation and diarrhea that can accompany IBD. Finally, you may experience iron loss due to chronic intestinal bleeding.
