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What does iv infusion mean on injection ? is it mean to be given directly in vein by syringe ? Or is it mean to be mix in RL, DNS, NS and then it will be given ?

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My uncle is 60 years old he is feeling weakness his doctor prescribed Haemaccel Infusion for him but I am worried because he is sugar patient is this infusion can give to the sugar patient?

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What does this mean? Is this a sign of something serious like cancer? I'm scared.. please help me to understand

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I have done my CBC and it remarks as Normochromic Normocytic What does it mean It my report normal? Please tell

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I had my blood test two days back and my ferratin level has come very low (6). Doctor has suggested ferratin infusion to increase the levels. The infusion is on Monday morning and I am traveling to overseas same day in the afternoon and it's a long journey. Is it a good idea to go for it.

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My iron level is 10 and am nearly 8week pregnant,my doc ref me iron infusion is it safe to take in early pregnancy

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It is safe. But take second opinion. ... Read More

I got told i have early small airway trapping. What does that mean? I'm a 30 year old male with a history of smoking

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It means that changes in lung due to smoking have begun and you are at a risk of obseructive airway disease. Hence it is advisable to stop smoking. ... Read More

The large biopsy report says mpTNM stage: pT4, pNx, Mx and after that C-Kit positive GIST. What does it mean good or bad? Plz tell

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What does this mean our neurologist is saying it is normal..I want to just confirm that is there a serious matter ? Her EEG report is also normal and kf ring reports are also normal ..Dr is saying is it due to anxiety I want to take your opinion Dr Sahab What does this calcified granuloma mean which has come in reports ? She has shivering in left

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Calcified granuloma means a healed lesion. As EEG is normal, so you don't need to worry especially as a Neurologist has already seen. ... Read More

What are all the side effects that occur due to taking iv iron infusion My doctor has told me to take infusions on day 1 and day 3. Also I'm supposed to take vit B12 injection weekly once for 2 weeks Today I'm taking iron infusion, is it ok to take B12 injection tomorrow

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Common side effects of an IV iron infusion include nausea, headache, flushing, muscle or joint aches, a brief dip in blood pressure, or mild soreness at the infusion site. Most settle within a day. Ta ... Read More

How safe is taking iron iv infusions for anemia. Serum ferritin in 4 and heamoglobin is 9.7 As I had gastric problems from past 3 months, which was caused by just 2 days of taking 100 mg iron pills and completely stopped taking any supplements. But even after taking gastric injections and gastric syrup my gastric problem (mainly globus sensations

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IV iron infusions are a standard, usually well tolerated option when oral iron isn't working or isn't tolerated, which fits your situation with ongoing gastric symptoms despite stopping the tablets. Y ... Read More

My ferritin level is 4 ng/mL, and my haemoglobin is 12.8 g/dL. My endoscopy confirmed H. pylori, and I have been prescribed a 14-day eradication course with antibiotics and a PPI. My doctor suggested an IV iron infusion after completing the course. Given how severely depleted my iron stores are, is it medically necessary to wait until the full 14-

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A ferritin of 4 is severely low and needs correcting, so your doctor's plan for an iron infusion makes sense given how depleted your stores are. PPIs can reduce how well the gut absorbs iron tablets, ... Read More

I have Hb as 9.7 g/dL on 15 May and then 9.6g/dL on 6 june. Three weeks apart. Taking cheri for oral iron supplementation. I am currently in 28 weeks of pregnancy. Doctor has told for iron infusion. Is it necessary ? Will it cause pigmentation?

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No iron infusion is not required at 9.7 Iron infusion does not cause pigmentation You first need to rule out thalassemia ... Read More

Hii .. i am type 1 sugar patient. Recently I have done USG. And USG report is atrophic pancreas... Please tell me does atrophic pancreas mean cancer

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As i am 20 weeks 4 days pregnant and i have Hb level 8gm and my doctor advised me to take iv iron infusion for 5 days every alternate day .... from tomorrow and m having doubt that today i have to take iron tablets orallyy or not as from tomorrow i am taking iv iron infusion .... please help sir/mam

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Hello No oral iron is required if you are taking iv iron. Oral iron to be restarted only after iv therapy is over ... Read More

My sister has cancer and has been receiving a combination of Nab Paclitaxel & carboplatin for the past few months with very good response. Recently, during the chemo infusion, she developed mild rashes on her skin. The infusion was stopped, she was given medication and the rash was resolved. There were no breathing issues, swelling, or abnormal

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First, You need to rule out any extravasation of the chemotherapy drug . To continue the same regimen from the next cycle, it should be safe after adequate premedications, dose adjustments if necessa ... Read More

I'm looking for affordable ketamine infusion therapy in hyderabad for chronic stress and pain. Please share clinics who provide this and also approx cost per session.

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Hello, Ketamine infusion therapy is an emerging option for treatment-resistant depression, chronic stress, and certain pain conditions. In Hyderabad, some reputed centers providing ketamine therapy i ... Read More

Its been more than a month and blue mark persists on ny arm where iron infusion sampling was done. How to fade that mark.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am currently 32 weeks pregnant with hb level is 9.2. At 29 weeks I have taken 200mg of 5 dose of iron infusion but still my hb level has not improved. What are the next steps that can be taken. Please advise. This is my second pregnancy with no major complications bp, gestation diabetes all within normal range .

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My gynaec suggested to take feronia iv 100 infusion 3 doses in a week in my pregnancy... But after taking 1 infusion i find so much chest heaviness and pain .is this serious and can i take 2 more?

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Peeing a little during ejaculation which dilutes the semen, also overall less semen volume and thickness. What can be the reasons of such lack of urine control during ejaculation and watery semen. What can be done? Does this mean infertility? Please help.

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I am 30 weeks pregnant.My hemoglobin is 8.5.. Rbc is 3.30. ... Hematocrit 26.8. McV 81.4. MCH 25.6. RDW. 20.2. My doc has suggested me to do iron Infusion... Is it ok? Does it have any side effects on me or my baby? I have IBS and migraine.

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I have attached the description of examination findings and diagnosis of a 16 month old iugr boy who is down with fever, cough and cold. I don't understand what the doctor has written under the examination findings and diagnosis. Could someone please help me with what is written and what does it mean?

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Rr is respiratory rate which is 40/min in your prescription with baby have subcostal retraction..may be due to ? Pneumonia ... Read More

Hi Doctor I have an iron infussion tomorrow morning. This morning I took iron supplement and it gave me really bad stomachache and nausea. I'm just wondering if I still can take the iron infusion tomorrow? Thank you

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I am a gastric patient today I had upper endoscopy Endoscopy report impression:normal mucosal study What does this mean but still doctor took for biopsy may be to rule out infection since am having upper abdomen pain Pls tell if it's normal or any serious Attaching screenshot of the report Thanks in advance

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Hii i am anemic. I m having light periods from last 10 to 11 days. i m spotting and light bleeding happening from 2 to 3 days which is going on, today i went for iron infusion injection.now my flow has increased, no other complains..is there anything serious if flow has increased ?? pls answer..its late now there is no doctor available to disc

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Bleeding has to be controlled. Otherwise you will become anaemic. Please tell your Doctor who advised Iron infusion. ... Read More

Hii i have scheduled iron infusion injection for tomorrow prescribed by doctor. but i have spotting periods from 10 days can i go for injection or not ? please urgently reply

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My doctor prescribed saline infusion sonography to check any polyps . Today is my day 18 , I have appointment on day 20th . I'm Trying to convince. Can I do test now or have to wait till my next period ?

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Hi, I had my iron infusion on April 6, after that day my face looks tanned. Is it a side effect of having iron infusion?? Will I get back to my normal color or should I undergo treatment

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

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