Ferritin levels

2025-07-05 17:38:48
I recently got blood test and my ferritin levels are 25.40ng/ml. I feel tired and sleep deprived.should I start with iron supplementation.
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Answered2025-07-07 16:59:20

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Hello, Take balanced diet. For prescription please pay and consult or contact me at WhatsApp at +9195950eight7399. Thanks.

Answered2025-07-07 06:19:44

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Take iron supplement

Answered2025-07-07 04:17:08

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Yes, you start with iron supplements. Take syp maltviron 10ml morning and evening. Take more of fresh green leafy vegetables,  beetroot,  pumpkin,  fruits like pomegranate,  dates, raisins, prune, apples.

Answered2025-07-07 04:07:32

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Ferritin Level Interpretation: Ferritin 25.4 ng/mL is considered low-normal. Most labs use 20–250 ng/mL as the normal range, but: <30 ng/mL can still indicate low iron stores, especially in women. Many experts suggest optimal ferritin for women is 50–70 ng/mL to avoid fatigue, hair loss, etc.
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✅ What You Can Do: 1. Start low-dose iron supplementation You can start Ferrous Bisglycinate 25–30 mg elemental iron once daily or alternate days (gentler on stomach). Best absorbed on empty stomach or with Vitamin C. Avoid taking it with calcium, tea/coffee, or dairy (reduces absorption). 2. Monitor for side effects Common: constipation, nausea, black stools. If side effects occur, try every other day dosing, or switch to a gentle iron form like Ferric Maltol or slow-release iron. 3. Recheck ferritin in 6–8 weeks Goal: Raise ferritin to 50–70 ng/mL Supplement for at least 3 months, even if you feel better earlier.
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Optional Blood Tests (if not done recently): Hemoglobin (Hb) Iron, TIBC, Transferrin Saturation Vitamin B12, Vitamin DThyroid profile (TSH) Yes, you can safely start iron supplements. 📌Let me know if you want a specific brand recommendation.

Answered2025-07-07 03:46:15

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Have u got a cbc done
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Answered2025-07-07 01:54:38

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Answered2025-08-02 06:44:14

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Yes You should and Also You can start with Ferronia XT

Answered2025-07-07 09:00:27

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Do cbc

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Check your hemoglobin and then start

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2025-07-07 03:00:07

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