Iron Deficiency Anaemia- 658 Questions Answered

Hello doctor. Is ESR increased in iron deficiency anemia? I got IDA due to high blood loss during periods. After my cbc and iron studies, doctor diagnosed me with IDA. Sr creatinine was normal. Hematocrit was low. And ESR was 66.

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Dr. Vardhan GargGeneral Physician | Delhi

Yes it increases. Take iron supplements according to cbc report. Can consult me privately for proper management and prescription ... Read More

My ferrition level was low. Transferrin level normal. I am using feroglobin syrup for anaemia. Does it cause yellow urine?

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Dr. Ashok PGeneral Medicine | Salem

No check your LFT and RFT ... Read More

Hi, MY Haemoglobin Level was 7.8 shall i go with blood transfusion which can boosts my Haemoglobin easily or shall i boost it through medicines and diet. Am 27Yrs old Men, Suffering from anaemia for the past several years.

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Dr. Anil Kumar JainGeneral Physician | Bangalore

Hello there. I can understand your concern. One unit of blood will increase your Hb by 1. If you want to go ahead, it's your choice. But I can prescribe you some medicines which can help you in th ... Read More

Due to too much weakness I have done blood test hb was too low. I Have taken injections to increase iron named Vitcofall Still feeling the same weakness. RBC is low.

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Dr. Gajanan S ManamwarAyurveda | Pune

Take Ayurveda medications according causes of anemia. Avoid overeating of spicy salty garam masala junk food vadapav chana dal green chilies etc in diet. Take online consultation directly providing al ... Read More

Does IDA cause headaches? My mother who is 46 years old just had some blood tests done. Her iron level is 13 ug/do and B12 is 112 pg/ml. Is this what is causing frequent headaches?

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Can we use iron supplements to increase haemoglobin levels? How safe are these supplements? My daughter has continuous periods with spotting due to which her blood levels are changing. To keep up the haemoglobin levels, can we use iron supplements?

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Dr. Rohit JainGeneral Physician | Ludhiana

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If she is having heavy bleeding then it may be causing anemia. You can give iron supplement for that and its completely safe. There is nothing to worry ... Read More

I was suffering from Iron deficiency anaemia from almost 8 years. Although my haemoglobin has stabilized now, my iron levels are still low. What medicine would be best to increase iron levels ?

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Ms. Neha SuryawanshiDietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you . ... Read More

Hi, my sister is suffering from iron deficiency anaemia since childhood , actually once she had jaundice n from then she is suffering... actually blood is not forming in her body , we have visited many doctors but know one could find out the reason ...she had upper endoscopy too but nothing is found in that ... What could be the reason ? Plz tell m

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Dr. Amit Kumar PoddarPulmonologist | Kolkata

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A recent complete blood count with reticulocyte count needs to be done with Vit B 12 and folic acid levels.Stool for OBT.Review with reports. And We can start her therapy. ... Read More

Ive been told i have iron deficiency and vitamin b12 deficiency anaemia and wanted to know if symptoms and long term problems are wose as there are two reasons as to why im very anaemic

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Dr. Prajakta ApteAyurveda | Thane

iron deficiency and b12 deficiency not only cause low haemoglobin but also affect other parts of body in long term like skin hair nails bones,etc. you can easily prevent it bu taking iron and b12 supp ... Read More

Can both types of anaemia (B12 and iron deficiency) be present in a person? Are they curable? B12 is 120 pg/ml.

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Dr. Devesh GoelGeneral Practitioner | Delhi

Yes it can be present, known as biphasic anemia Yes curable ... Read More

My kid aged 3.5 years is having hemoglobin level of 7.9. Doctor recommended iron syrup for the same however my kid is not cooperating to have the same even we have tried many times as she is not cooperating and vomiting. Is there any alternative fruit flavoured syurp or gummies available to treat the same. Thank you

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Dr. Bhatt Vivek PrafulchandraPediatrician | Rajkot

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As per my latest blood test reports my Serum Iron is 48 , this is the first time i have got these low levels. I have B12 & D3 deficiency as well, for that i do take medicines - Neurobion Forte & Uprise D3. Can you please prescribe a medicine for iron deficiency.My Hb is 14 and it has always been at the same levels. Otherwise there is no health issu

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Dr. Dinesh MehtaGeneral Physician | Jaipur

You need to complete these deficiencies asap.its causing severe symptoms like weakness,neuropathy, bachache etc. You need to consult me on practo for further management and evaluation. ... Read More

Hi, Took a blood test in December and found out my Haemoglobin level is 8.8 - My doctor prescribed me Livogen XT tablets but they gave me stomachache. ( I have acidity issues already ) Please suggest any supplements that is gentle on the stomach that can be taken for Iron over the counter.

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Dr. HarichandanaGeneral Physician | Hyderabad

I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp 92469 ... Read More

How do I bring the ferritinin leveles back to normal? Ferritinin - 21 All other things like Hem, Serum Iron, TSA, TIBC, CBC, etc are normal. Also, last quarter it was around 27 it decreased massively.

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Ms. Somya JainDietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

It could be due to lack of nutrition in diet Please connect over consultation to help you better ... Read More

Took an iron test results turned out to be following: 1. iron - 63 2. Iron binding capacity - total (TIBC) - 240 3. Transferrin - 167.6 4. iron saturation - 26 5. Calcium - 9.20 Should these be concerning? Anything to be done to fix this?

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Ms. Trupti PadhiDietitian/Nutritionist | Bhubaneswar

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Hi Dr I m 50 yr old female in my perimanopousal stage.I m very fit n active ..and no medical issues yet now.But my blood test shows low iron 40 ,transferran saturation is low 9 and unsaturated bidding capacity is high ie 400 .please suggest some supplements.

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Dr. Jarpula Nikhil SaiGeneral Physician | Warangal

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Hey This is Dr.Nikhil Considering your age and the profile above , We need to be cautious regarding the cause of iron deficiency. Though it gets corrected by supplementation, cause must be evalauted. ... Read More

Iron deficiency anemia symptoms: paleness, weakness, (ghabrahat) agitation, low energy, cold feet hands, cold heart sometimes, slow heartbeat, lab report: tibc(total iron binding capacity) is 525, serum iron is 111, hb is 13, questions: what should i take and for how much long? please text me dose, duration, and medicines for this condition, thank

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Dr. Nikhil PatilMedical Gastroenterology | Bangalore

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My iron level was 42 in my last blood test ( 40 days ) back. can i take orrafest xt for iron deficiency , it was prescribed by doctor that time. i have consumed one tablet today. is there any risk ?

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Dr. Gaurav JainGeneral Physician | Ahmedabad

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You can take. No risk. Still if u have any queries, kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six ... Read More

Hi, my one year old baby is having an iron deficiency. His haemoglobin is 10.8. His head circumference measured by a baby doctor 2 months ago is 48cm. Please tell me what to do for his head Does he need a vitamin d supplement? He was given bifolate syrup and alfer syrup by the doctor one week ago. Two months ago another doctor also gave him some

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 132 Views v

Dr. Bhavna GuptaPediatrician | Ludhiana

Yes please Continue supplements ... Read More

My 14yr old son's hemoglobin is 13.2g/dl.. In iron deficiency profile iron level is 16, unsaturated iron binding 429.3 and %transferrin saturation 3%.Iron binding capacity is 445ug/dl. Which syrup or tablet will be helpful for him

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Dr. Vecram AddithyenGeneral Physician | Thrissur

Please correct his dietary ingredients. Moringa leaves fresh or dried has the sufficient content of nutrition to balance any deficiencies. In fact these values are not alarmingly low. Can be correct ... Read More

Can I get breathlessness easily ? Even with slight exhaustion my iron is 17 Please tell me the reponse please don't ask to connect

Asked for Female, 30 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Sohan KulriaGeneral Physician | Firozabad

low iron can cause breathlessness with even mild exertion because your blood's oxygen-carrying capacity is reduced. To know more details about this problem, you can reach me on for a free detailed con ... Read More

Hey I am 30 years old female My weight is 87 Height 5'3 I get my body checkup done every 6-7 months and recently my iron came very low It was about 25.. suggest me a medicine And please tell me what are the common symptoms that I can feel with this Iron levels? Thank you

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Dr. KahkashanGeneral Physician | Hyderabad

Take proper diet green leafy vegetables Tab fergon daily 1 tablet probably on empty stomach 1 or 2 hours before meals Avoid tea with iron tablet as it will not allow iron absorption ... Read More

My haemoglobin is 14 but iron levels are low at 48 and iron is continuously decreasing since last 3 years

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Dr. MohammedGeneral Physician | Gulbarga

Your hemoglobin is under normal range, we need to look for the cause of low iron levels, there are many. Kindly consult for a better understanding ... Read More

Doctor I was diagnosed with TB and have low iron and my doctor recommended IFA syrup which has 20mg element iron in 1ml. I am 21 years old how much dose shall I take

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Dr. Pravesh BansalGeneral Practitioner | Delhi

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Dear Patient, Thank you for seeking medical advise for your problems. First of all I would like to introduce myself to you. I am a qualified and registered medical practitioner in India and UK with s ... Read More

I want to check my iron level in my body. Could you suggest which test should be done . please suggest me

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Dr. Dharam KamaliyaGeneral Practitioner | Amreli

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I am facing symptoms of headache, dizziness, light headness. I have done test for iron and other vitamins at Apollo diagnostic center. It shows % of saturation iron low . Can you please advice .

Asked for Female, 35 Years 97 Views v

Dr. Mohammed AzharuddinGeneral Physician | Gurgaon

Iron saturation refers to the amount of iron present in the blood. Iron is vital for many molecular processes, including muscle metabolism, oxygen transport, and the maintenance of healthy connective ... Read More

Hi, I have vitamin D deficiency (value is 23) and Vitamin B12 deficiency ( value is 311) alongwith Iron deficiency (value is 51). Please suggest supplements. Rest all reports are normal.

Asked for Female, 36 Years 107 Views v

Dr. Katuri MukeshAyurvedic Endocrinologist & Internal Medicine Specialist | Guntur

Hi need to evaluate further and assess the history before proceeding to prescribe any medications .. kindly connect ... Read More

Hb 6.8 Since 1 Year, No Improvement Female (unmarried) | Age 25, weight: 38 kg, height: 5.3. I’ve been suffering from anemia for 6–7 years. My hemoglobin remains at 6.8 g/dL despite multiple treatments and a healthy diet. Had typhoid/stomach infections 2–3 times. Constant fatigue, weakness, pale skin, weight loss. White hair and

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Dr. Anvitha A ShettyGeneral Physician | Bangalore

For a HB of 6.8 , IV therapy is advised. If you get constant stomach issues, I suggest you to deworm once in 6 months , as worms are the common causes for chronic anemia ... Read More

I have been suffering from anemia for the past 6–7 years. During this time, I have also experienced typhoid and stomach infections 2–3 times. Despite receiving multiple treatments and following a healthy, iron-rich diet, my hemoglobin level remains consistently low. Last year, my Hb was 6.8 g/dL, and after treatment, I expected improvem

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Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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I got full body test done, as I was facing extreme fatigue, laziness, weakness and numbness in head. I am on thyroid medication (12.5 mcg) and my thyroids level are in control. In report I have been diagnosed with iron serum 25, ferritin 6, CRP 1.8, Saturation 6% TIBC 419.4, haemoglobin 11. And Vitamin D - 16 B12 within range. So issue is some doc

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Dr. Haripriya AddankiGeneral Practitioner | Tirupati

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Hello doctor. Is ESR increased in iron deficiency anemia? I got IDA due to high blood loss during periods. After my cbc and iron studies, doctor diagnosed me with IDA. Sr creatinine was normal. Hematocrit was low. And ESR was 66.

My ferrition level was low. Transferrin level normal. I am using feroglobin syrup for anaemia. Does it cause yellow urine?

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Hi, MY Haemoglobin Level was 7.8 shall i go with blood transfusion which can boosts my Haemoglobin easily or shall i boost it through medicines and diet. Am 27Yrs old Men, Suffering from anaemia for the past several years.

Due to too much weakness I have done blood test hb was too low. I Have taken injections to increase iron named Vitcofall Still feeling the same weakness. RBC is low.

Does IDA cause headaches? My mother who is 46 years old just had some blood tests done. Her iron level is 13 ug/do and B12 is 112 pg/ml. Is this what is causing frequent headaches?

Can we use iron supplements to increase haemoglobin levels? How safe are these supplements? My daughter has continuous periods with spotting due to which her blood levels are changing. To keep up the haemoglobin levels, can we use iron supplements?

I was suffering from Iron deficiency anaemia from almost 8 years. Although my haemoglobin has stabilized now, my iron levels are still low. What medicine would be best to increase iron levels ?

Ive been told i have iron deficiency and vitamin b12 deficiency anaemia and wanted to know if symptoms and long term problems are wose as there are two reasons as to why im very anaemic

Can both types of anaemia (B12 and iron deficiency) be present in a person? Are they curable? B12 is 120 pg/ml.

Hi, Took a blood test in December and found out my Haemoglobin level is 8.8 - My doctor prescribed me Livogen XT tablets but they gave me stomachache. ( I have acidity issues already ) Please suggest any supplements that is gentle on the stomach that can be taken for Iron over the counter.

How do I bring the ferritinin leveles back to normal? Ferritinin - 21 All other things like Hem, Serum Iron, TSA, TIBC, CBC, etc are normal. Also, last quarter it was around 27 it decreased massively.

Took an iron test results turned out to be following: 1. iron - 63 2. Iron binding capacity - total (TIBC) - 240 3. Transferrin - 167.6 4. iron saturation - 26 5. Calcium - 9.20 Should these be concerning? Anything to be done to fix this?

Hi Dr I m 50 yr old female in my perimanopousal stage.I m very fit n active ..and no medical issues yet now.But my blood test shows low iron 40 ,transferran saturation is low 9 and unsaturated bidding capacity is high ie 400 .please suggest some supplements.

My iron level was 42 in my last blood test ( 40 days ) back. can i take orrafest xt for iron deficiency , it was prescribed by doctor that time. i have consumed one tablet today. is there any risk ?

My 14yr old son's hemoglobin is 13.2g/dl.. In iron deficiency profile iron level is 16, unsaturated iron binding 429.3 and %transferrin saturation 3%.Iron binding capacity is 445ug/dl. Which syrup or tablet will be helpful for him

Can I get breathlessness easily ? Even with slight exhaustion my iron is 17 Please tell me the reponse please don't ask to connect

Hey I am 30 years old female My weight is 87 Height 5'3 I get my body checkup done every 6-7 months and recently my iron came very low It was about 25.. suggest me a medicine And please tell me what are the common symptoms that I can feel with this Iron levels? Thank you

My haemoglobin is 14 but iron levels are low at 48 and iron is continuously decreasing since last 3 years

Doctor I was diagnosed with TB and have low iron and my doctor recommended IFA syrup which has 20mg element iron in 1ml. I am 21 years old how much dose shall I take

I want to check my iron level in my body. Could you suggest which test should be done . please suggest me

I am facing symptoms of headache, dizziness, light headness. I have done test for iron and other vitamins at Apollo diagnostic center. It shows % of saturation iron low . Can you please advice .

Hi, I have vitamin D deficiency (value is 23) and Vitamin B12 deficiency ( value is 311) alongwith Iron deficiency (value is 51). Please suggest supplements. Rest all reports are normal.

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