A Female Soccer Player Complaining of Fatigue and Decreased Performance

Multiple Choice

A female soccer player complaining of fatigue and decreased performance was referred to a physician. The athlete returns from the visit stating that her blood work showed low ferritin levels and a hemoglobin level on the low end of the normal range. What condition is this athlete likely managing?

A) Functional anemia
B) Iron-deficiency anemia
C) Lupus
D) Sports anemia