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Insomnia unable to sleep even after melatonin fir a week and iron deficiency anaemia acc to labs thyroid normal Elevated tlc also.

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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.

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

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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

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

My sister is 38 years old, female and vegetarian. Her recent blood tests showed: • Haemoglobin (Hb): 9.8 g/dL • MCV: 68 fL • Serum iron: 34.3 • Vitamin B12: 105 • Vitamin D: 6.28 She has been experiencing fatigue, but her periods are normal. We would like to understand the appropriate treatment for these deficiencies. Does she need iron, vitamin

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Your haemoglobin, B12, and vitamin D levels are low enough to need proper treatment, not diet changes alone. This isn't something to manage without medical guidance. ...  Read More

Hello my iron serum level is 30.9 and my trasferrin saturation is 8.15 %. I have been prescribed to take orafer xt for one month and magdep tablets for two weeks to help with fatigue with a gap of 2 hours. Its been more two weeks but I do not see much difference in my symptoms then my doctor asked me to take it every other day instead of everyday b

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Yes one month dose of iron is not enough , you can switch to different iron formulation or you can take intravenous iron ...  Read More

I recently find vitamin b12 level is very low 86 doctor suggested me tablets iam taking currently but I feared it is something like pernicious anaemia cbc is normal but I don't know my hb is 11 but I don't know please explain

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I’m a 28-year-old female with recurrent iron-deficiency anemia for several years. My latest tests showed Hb 9.4, MCV 65.84, iron 15.8, transferrin saturation 3.94%, ferritin 7.8 and RDW 17.1%. I’ve needed iron infusions several times, but the anemia keeps returning. My KFT LFT are ok. I have very heavy periods, especially on day 2, when I sometime

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I’m a 28-year-old female with recurrent iron-deficiency anemia for several years. My latest tests showed Hb 9.4, MCV 65.84, iron 15.8, transferrin saturation 3.94%, ferritin 7.8 and RDW 17.1%. Vit D 6, Vit B12 187. I’ve needed iron infusions several times, but the anemia keeps returning. I have heavy periods, especially on day 2, when I sometimes

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I am a 28-year-old female with recurrent iron-deficiency anemia for several years. My recent blood tests (18 Aug 2026) show Hb 9.4 g/dL, MCV 65.84 fL, serum iron 15.8 µg/dL, transferrin saturation 3.94%, Ferritin 7.8, RDW 17.1%, vitamin D 6.01 ng/mL, B12 182 pg/mL, calcium 8.37 mg/dL and ESR 32. I have heavy menstrual bleeding and have required s

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first you go to the hematologist for further investigation like the thyroid and peripheral smear of blood take vita d supplement and vitamin b 12 supplement ...  Read More

Suggest me supplements for vitamin D, vitamin B12 and iron/folic acid since my blood report shows i am deficient in these nutrients

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Uprise 60k and Methylcobalamin 1500mcg for d3 and b12 once weekly upto 3 months.iron ascorbate tablet for iron deficiency. Once daily upto 3 to 4 weeks.keep gap between tablets. ...  Read More

My serum ferritin is 6.3, haemoglobin 13.4 iron serum 34 so I need advice. I had a stroke in March 2023 and have diabetes since 2020 both currently being treated.

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I recently did my blood test and found there is iron and vitamin d deficiency. what medication should i start on.

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Hello, Recently i lost 8 kgs weight through gym in 3 months. I was experiencing a lot more hairfall and widening of hairline at front while combing. So got the tests done. Hb was : 11.1 Rbc count : 3.62 Serum iron : 38 UIBC: 260.05 TIBC : 298 Transferrin : 208.63 Iron saturation % : 12.83 Ferritin : 22.4 Vitamin D3 : 67 B12 : 202 What should I do?

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Hello, Recently i lost 8 kgs weight through gym in 3 months. I was experiencing a lot more hairfall and widening of hairline at front while combing. So got the tests done. Hb was : 11.1 Rbc count : 3.62 Serum iron : 38 UIBC: 260.05 TIBC : 298 Transferrin : 208.63 Iron saturation % : 12.83 Ferritin : 22.4 Vitamin D3 : 67 B12 : 202 What should I do?

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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app ...  Read More

Hello, Recently i lost 8 kgs weight through gym in 3 months. I was experiencing a lot more hairfall and widening of hairline at front while combing. So got the tests done. Hb was : 11.1 Rbc count : 3.62 Serum iron : 38 UIBC: 260.05 TIBC : 298 Transferrin : 208.63 Iron saturation % : 12.83 Ferritin : 22.4 Vitamin D3 : 67 B12 : 202 What should I do?

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Good afternoon it's due to nutritional deficiencies. Pls connect directly through practo app. ...  Read More

Levels of B12 is 105 Haemoglobin 7 Iron is 7 Esr is 85 Ferritin is 2 I have consulted doctor he gave b12 and iron injections How can it be balanced again I have severe hair loss and feeling nervous

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Deficiency huge. Go for treatment by doctor. Manage by healthy diet n some medicine. ...  Read More

I have iron deficiency.please suggest required supplements and please find the attached reports.

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Doctors pls let me know if OROFER XT can be taken for low iron - 37.2 ug/dl. For how many months ?

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I recently got a blood test done and my iron levels are at 59, total binding capacity 388, Hemoglobin is 12 and generally I feel bit tired by the evening and don't feel like working .Appetite has reduced over the last few months and am having hairfall. Do all these symptoms indicate an iron deficiency and need of supplements? My B12 is also on the

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Thank you for asking the question mam! I can understand the situation very well. Tiredness could be due to anemia or low iron as well so many other causes. As I can see, your iron profile is normal b ...  Read More

My son is 3yrs 5months, he is anemic due to iron deficiency. I have started giving him Amla, beetroot and carrot juice 100ml every morning on an empty stomach. Will it help with no side effects.. apart from this I also give him chicken or mutton liver weekly twice. Please advise about this juice I am not sure of making this a daily routine.

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My son has iron deficiency so I have started giving him 100 ml of Amla beetroot carrot juice everyday in the morning mostly empty stomach will it help or does this have any side effects

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Greetings Amla, beetroot, and carrot juice provides iron and vitamin C, which enhances absorption and can support hemoglobin levels. However, while nutrient-rich, this juice may not provide sufficien ...  Read More

My ayurvedic doctor suggest Vidangadi lauh then still pain then he prescribed punarnavadi mandoor. But it cause slight constipation. Which iron tablet should i take.

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both medicine are good for weakness but which disease you are suffering from? ...  Read More

I want to take iron supplement for my iron deficiency bit I am confused should I buy the lupheme iron tablets which are costly or Ihem tablets which are half the price but have the same composition. Please guide me about this

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You can take any ! Nothing to do with price or brand ...  Read More

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