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Hi. My wife age is 30. She recently tested serum ferritin level and it is 3.2 ng/ml. Can you please suggest the way forward and how to increase the ferritin level?

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She needs to consult please Need to rule out causes of iron deficiency Anaemia and other related issues ...  Read More

Hi i did my blood test, My serum ferritin level is 149. Is it normal or i need to worry? Please answer.

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Yes normal ...  Read More

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I had checked my ferritin levels on 20/08/2018 it was 260...On 12.12.18 I checked it again and it is 380...normal level(15-150)my Hb is 9.9,and I am a beta thalassemia carrier currently recuperating from laparoscopic nissen fundoplication...what can be the reason for elevated ferritin levels is it indicating some problem in live??...plz answer me..

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In beta thalassaemia major multiple blood transfusions, ineffective erythropoiesis and increased gastrointestinal iron absorption lead to iron overload in the body.. Iron overload impairs the immune s ...  Read More

Issues :weakness, leg pain advised ferritin serum ferritin level is 35 my doctor said that it is normal I am here for second opinion any advice is most welcome Thank you

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Its fine.symptoms unlikely to be related to ferritin levels ...  Read More

My son above one year and 3 months old had high done serum ferritin level his ferritin level is about 636 ng/ml, which is above normal ranges , my question is that is 636 ng/ml ferritin level dengerous and how to manage to lower ferritin level.

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FERRITIN is inflammatory marker. We have to find out the reason for such elevation Your child Needs physical consultation with pediatrician ...  Read More

I'm recently cured from chicken pox. I am having very low serum ferritin level(15) as per blood test report.sometimes i find blood in my stool. Also facing alot of hairfall and rashes appear every day on skin. If I have livogen for serum ferritin improvement I get rashes in skin. Hence I'm unable to help improve serum ferritin. Kindly guide.

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A lower than normal ferritin level can indicate that you have an iron deficiency, which can happen when you don't consume enough iron in your daily diet. Another condition that affects ...  Read More

Serum ferritin level is too high 12575ng/ml. Pt had reccoverd succefully by lymphoma 2 year ago.now having breathlessness.edema.

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Looks like relapse.. Need evaluation with petct ... ...  Read More

I've more hair loss since 2-3 years. Visited many doctors and found out hypothyroidism. Now I'm undergoing homeo treatment which is under control. Still hair loss couldn't be controlled. No PCOD/ PCOS!! No scalp or root issues!! No dandruff!! As there might be iron deficiency, doctor suggested to take prescribed medication. Unfortunately hemoglobin

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What's ur serum ferritin levels..Let me treat..Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo. ...  Read More

Hi Serum Ferritin is 22 ng/ml , is it low ? Serum iron 63 ug/dl Please tell me if it's normal or low

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Normal. ...  Read More

I am beta thalassemia and my parnter is not but she has low level of ferritin serum. Will this be a problem in case of having children?

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I can understand your problems but need some medical history to evaluate your case for better guidance and treatment. Easily contact me on practo chat for further discussion. ...  Read More

Hi iam 33M My resting heart rate in the early morning and before going to bed will be around 72 bpm But during working time(mind sress job) it goes and fluctuates even till 84 -92 and comes back when work is reduced Echo Ecg other tests all came out normal but this happens..Sugar BP all normal Have anxiety issues though 1) Is this normal 2) Can

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It's just anxiety. ...  Read More

I had an mild pain on upper right quadrant,I did USg and found sub acute pancreatitis/resolving pancreatitis and I did a Amalyse test on 15th nov result is 121.4 and then I had repeated on 23rd November again result came 143.9 my PT is 17.8 Crp is 2.58 on 15th and when i did test on 23 crp is 5 so why my amylase is Elevated although I have no more

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If you better now Then pancreatitis resolved Can take pancreatin for some days ...  Read More

After undergoing a regular full body checkup I found that I have elevated LFT with SGOT - 230 and SGPT - 329. Total serum bilirubin was 2. The doctor prescribed me UDCA 300. After two months my SGOT and SGPT have reduced to a normal level of 42 and 24 respectively but my serum bilirubin is still high at 2.1. The ultrasound of the abdomen says "Live

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Gilbert syndrome need to ruled out ...  Read More

Hi doctor my father ferritin level is 797 .is it normal? Please help me. I have attached report.please check

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No its not normal check the haematology doctor. ...  Read More

My relative age 56 is complaining about urinary urgency from last one year , today we consulted with senior urologist His serum PSA is 9.6 and PVR 142 ml and sonography attached He told that PSA can be increased in infection and gave some tablet ZOCEF 500 MG Trenaxa 500 mg Prostagard d For 10 days , and adviced to carry out mri if S PSA will rema

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Connect please ...  Read More

I recently did iron profile tests. My HB is 11. Serum iron is 86. TIBC 267, UIBC 181 and ferritin 457. Is is bad to have ferritin level so high?

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Kindly consult ...  Read More

Is active ileitis the cause behind elevated ferritin? My Hb was 9.1on 16th june..Now it is 8.2.. How will ferritin reduce? Also,how will I increase Hb without taking iron supplements?I'm taking high protein diet Kindly tell

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Good afternoon Pls take a proper consultation ...  Read More

I have jock itch (skin infection) in groin. Does it cause elevated WBC(Neutrophils). My CBC shows elevated WBC(Neutrophils).Kindly comment.

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Yes.. ...  Read More

I'm having severe hair loss and was asked to check the Serum Ferritin level. It was only 3.5. What are the complications under such low ferritin levels.

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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

Been having low b12 and ferritin more than a year, b12 is back to normal now but ferritin is still low it's at 24ng/ml. Can I take supplements on this.

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Consult online for further treatment ...  Read More

Is the level of ferritin 39 is good for a female post c section delivery? How much is needed? Also I'm getting chills frequently and not able to control with what ever sweaters or heaters atleast for an hour. I'm seeing this condition post the cesarean delivery. Why is this happening to me? Pls help

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

30 male-->For the past one month I'm facing head aches almost daily which is forcing me to take dart tablets almost daily. If i dont take tablet then head aches Wil persist for days and will subside only if I take tablet. I checked my ferritin level which is 37. Can low ferritin cause frequently head aches?

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Kindly discuss for your concern ...  Read More

I have ileocolitis. Here are my test reports Ferritin 39.3 ng/ml [ 10 - 291] Serum Iron 191.8 ng/dl [ 60-160 MALE] Haemoglobin 15.2 gms% [ 13 - 16] Why is my serum iron very high and my ferritin values low. Am I anemic??? My doctor's appointment is next week, so if someone can through some light I'd be grateful.

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Lol how can u b anaemic if ur hemoglobin is 15.2!!! ...  Read More

I am 19 years old and I have vitamin d and ferritin deficiency and hypothyroidism hairloss my dermatologist gave me proanagen serum for 2 months will it cause hairloss if I stop it after 2 months???

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No It wont keep your diet and lifestyle healthy keep thyroid under check You can also think of taking PRP sessions Keep in touch with your dermatologist ...  Read More

Il6 is 90.6 , d dimer is 1280, ferritin 1884,ctp 13.6 Please classify the criticalness oxygen is 80 with oxygen cylinder

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Values are quite high and saturation is low , need further history like whether patient is hospitalised or under treatment...contact us ...  Read More

My CRP, D Dimer, Serum Ferritin, Serum LDH are coming high. I have no illness or symptoms. Covid test, negative

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Need to consult ...  Read More

My father has age of 83.he suffered from frequent urination 4th time . 2nd time foley catheter is inserted in him.on the basis of symptoms Doctor said for some diagnostic test. Which are 1. USG Scan Abdomen USG ABDOMEN KUB REGION WITH POSTVOID RESIDUAL VOLUME 2. Routine Urine Analysis 3. Culture and Sensitivity Urine 4. RBS 5. S Creatinine Tes

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You need to consult nephrologist. You can do an online consultation with me if you’d like to. ...  Read More

I am having hair shedding since may and there is no receding hairline just diffuse hairfall have been diagnosed with mild pcos and hypothyroid I am fed up with hairfall I have consulted dermatologists but they prescribe a serum and after just one use of serum a lot of hair just fall down I am confused what to do kindly suggest I am attaching my sca

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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. ...  Read More

I am having hair shedding since may and there is no receding hairline just diffuse hairfall have been diagnosed with mild pcos and hypothyroid I am fed up with hairfall I have consulted dermatologists but they prescribe a serum and after just one use of serum a lot of hair just fall down I am confused what to do kindly suggest

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Hello , I understand your query. kindly consult online for a detailed evaluation and appropriate treatment. regards Dr EMMANUEL MJ , MD ...  Read More

Can I undergo Ferritin test during periods? on 3rd day of period.. Will it effect the test results?

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First of all plz give the reasons for which u r needed to undergo for Ferritin Test ...  Read More

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