Severe Iron Deficiency Anemia Caused by Long-lasting Bedbug Infestation

Abstract

Background: Iron deficiency anemia is a common finding in doctors’ practice. The background of iron deficiency should always be carefully investigated to find the underlying cause.

Case presentation: We present a case where investigations did not reveal mucosal blood loss or absorption insufficiency, and a relatively uncommon cause - excessive bedbug infestation - was recognized.

Conclusion: We summarize the literature on the co-occurrence of severe bedbug infestation and iron deficiency anemia.