Can iron deficiency anemia cause blurred vision?

Aug 24, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I previously had severe anemia, specifically iron deficiency anemia, which lasted for over two years. After developing anemia, I don't know exactly when it started, but I began experiencing blurred vision. Can iron deficiency anemia cause blurred vision?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Man
Iron deficiency anemia generally causes blurred vision. Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia mainly include dizziness, blurred vision, fatigue, palpitations, shortness of breath, and tinnitus. Therefore, it is important to improve nutrition and supplement iron. In daily life, it is recommended to consume more animal liver, animal blood, lean meat, beef, black sesame seeds, longan, nori, spinach, and kelp.