MediumHaematologyIron deficiency anaemia from menorrhagiaau-amcau-racgp
A 29-year-old woman presents with progressive shortness of breath, fatigue and heavy menstrual bleeding. Full blood count shows Hb 78 g/L, MCV 88 fL, and platelet count 480 × 10⁹/L. Coagulation studies are normal. Further tests show low ferritin and normal B12 and folate. What is the most appropriate initial management?