'Ferritin face': can iron deficiency be recognised from the face — what doctors say
The 'ferritin face' trend on TikTok and Instagram is gaining millions of views: users look for paleness, dark circles under the eyes and brittle hair as signs of low ferritin. Doctors warn that iron deficiency cannot be diagnosed by appearance; a blood test is necessary. The 'ferritin face' trend on TikTok and Instagram is racking up millions of views: users look for paleness, dark circles under the eyes and brittle hair as signs of low ferritin. Doctors warn that iron deficiency cannot be diagnosed by appearance — a blood test is necessary.
Aziz Karimov