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Anaemia link to Gum Disease

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A recent study published in the Journal of Periodontology suggests that there could be a link between severe gum disease (chronic periodontitis) and anaemia.  Gum disease may cause a reduction in red blood cells and haemoglobin leading to the blood disorder.

 

The research found that over a third of people suffering from severe gum disease had haemoglobin levels below normal concentrations.

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