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Anemia Issue
I recently got my blood test done, and my iron level came out to be around 19, whereas the normal range mentioned in the report starts from 65. It seems to be significantly low and vitamin d is also low..I need recommendation for suitable supplements for both.
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The iron result is below the range you quoted, but serum iron alone does not establish the degree or cause of anaemia. The blood count, iron stores and the exact vitamin D result help guide treatment. Selecting a supplement and dose safely also requires your history and any existing treatment.
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Please have the complete reports reviewed by a physician. Mention heavy periods, other bleeding, diet and digestive symptoms so that the cause can be addressed as well as the deficiency.
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Do not start high-dose injections or combine multiple supplements yourself. Seek urgent care for fainting, chest pain, breathlessness at rest or significant bleeding.
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Please book a consultation with me to review your complete reports and prescribe appropriate iron and vitamin D supplements and dosages, as treatment depends on the exact results and cause of deficiency.
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First, I would like to know about your other blood reports such as Hb,MCV,MCH,MCHC,RDW , complete iron profile of available.
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For iron deficiency, take T.Orofer XT once a day before or just at the time of start of a meal preferably for several months and repeat serum iron profile after 3-6 months.
For Vitamin D3 deficiency, at first tell me your actual vitamin D3 levels which would in turn guide the dosage regimen.
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You have a low serum iron,start taking feroglobin cap once a day for 2 months.Vitamin d treatment depends on the lab results and your symptoms
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Please take syp R.b Tone 5m.l every 8hours for 6 weeks,
Tab uprise 60,000 units once a week for 6 weeks. Repeat tests.
Take more of green, leafy, vegetables, beetroot, pumpkin, pomegranate, apple, citrus fruits, fortified cereals, eggs, mushrooms, curd, cheese, fish, cod liver oil.
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Take IFA + Vit D tablets + tablet calcium it will definitely clear your concern
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An iron level of 19 against a normal range starting around 65 points to clear iron deficiency, and low vitamin D often comes along with it, especially with limited sun exposure in a desk job. In a young woman, heavy or frequent periods are a common contributor worth mentioning to whoever treats you.
Next Steps
Iron-rich foods like spinach, jaggery, dates and red meat help, but a level this low usually needs an oral iron supplement and a separate vitamin D supplement for several weeks to months. Your doctor can choose the right strength and duration based on how low your stores are.
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Please see a general physician or gynaecologist to start the right supplements and check for a treatable cause such as heavy periods.
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