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Skin condition under the eyes goes viral as doctors warn it could signal hidden health issue
Dark under-eye circles, dubbed 'ferritin face' on social media, may indicate low ferritin levels linked to iron deficiency. Doctors warn symptoms like fatigue, brittle nails, and hair loss could signal underlying conditions such as chronic bleeding, gastrointestinal disorders, or malabsorption.
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