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Iron defficiency
My iron value was 7.5. Should I take iron injections. What is the specialization of a doctor who treats iron defficiency.
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U should take natural products because it is safe, sometimes injectable iron can cause allergy.Take emblica officinalis(Amala),spinach maithi,Apples,carrot, etc.
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Any general practitioner can help you no need of specialist opinion for the same
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Hello treat the root cause for the anaemia. Taking iron injection or supplements can only help you temporarily. Iron deficiency can be due to deficient nutrition intake or poor absorption or blood loss or from splenomegaly etc., Treating the root cause will help you. Homoeopathy medicines treats the root cause & cures it completely. To know more & for any other concern you can call us or reach us online.
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take proper knowledge about this first consult online
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Physician should treat it.And yes iron supplements(inj and tabs)can be taken but nred to rule out what type of anemia is it?(nutritional,iron def etc).Get an iron profile done-TIBC,S.FERRITIN ,LDH,STOOL OB.
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Dr. Merlin
Homeopath
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
U can consult me online online.
Diet n homeopathic medication can recover u fast.
Any fatigue n weakness too much then only take injections.
Chat online for consultation and treatment
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Dr. Karuna Chawla
Homoeopath
25 yrs exp
Noida
General medicine physician.
Foods rich in iron
Some of the best plant sources of iron are:
Beans and lentils
Tofu
Baked potatoes
Cashews
Dark chocolate
Pumpkin seeds
Watermelon, potato, apple, beet root, pomegranate, strawberries
Dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach, broccoli
Non veg sources
Lean beef
Oysters
Chicken
Turkey
Eat a balanced, healthy diet that includes good sources of iron to prevent any deficiencies. Combine vegetarian sources of iron with vitamin C in the same meal.
For details consult online
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