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Weird cravings in pregnancy (PICA)

2021-03-21 02:20:46
Hello doctors, Currently I am 28 weeks pregnant. I have diagnosed with beta thalassemia minor trait. I have started pregnancy with 10.2 hb which is now decreased to 8.6. I am trying my best to take iron rich food but its not increasing.. since last week i am facing weird cravings like sniffing detergent and eating raw rice. Can i take any iron supplements??
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U should start iron and folic acid supplements ASAP . Start with oral iron if not tolerated may need iv iron.

Answered2021-03-21 18:39:22

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