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Hi my daughter is 12 year old and is very anaemic since her birth. Because of her anemia she is always very tired and not very active in her day to day activity. Kindly suggest some iron supplement for her which is best for treating anaemia especially in girls of growing age?

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A diet plan for anemic needs to include a healthful balance of iron rich food like green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, fish, lean meat, fortified breakfast cereals. Take vitamin c rich food wh ...  Read More

Which is the best supplements for iron deficiency anemia in adult female?hb 10 ferritin 36 , 30 y/o female. Bmi 37

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I have recently been diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia. i am not able to tolerate iron supplements very well. can i take a dosage of 30mg iron and for how long should i take it? my current hemoglobin level is 10.5

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If i have anemia should i take iron supplements separately or should i take multivitamin tablets which contains iron, zinc folic, acid, vitamin minerals.. Both are same ???

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Iam having iron deficiency anemia since 7 months I am taking Ayurvedic supplements but still not cured I get panic attacks sometimes What is the solution please guide

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What could cause a high RBC count? Last year I was diagnosed with anemia with Hb 11.1. Since then I'm on iron tablets. Does iron supplementation cause high RBC count?

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HELLO, 11.1 GM% NOT ANEMIA ONLY DIET IMPROVEMENT CAN CORRECT. ONE YEAR ON IRON SUPPLEMENT UNBELIEVABLE. THREE MONTHS IS SUFFICIENT. STOP IRON RBC WILL BE NORMAL. OK. ...  Read More

My daughter who is 14 was showing signs of weakness, irritation and has an irregular menstrual cycle. Just yesterday she was diagnosed with anemia. Along with iron supplements and a few immunity-building tonics, we were advised to improve her diet as well. Can someone tell me in detail that what is the best diet for iron deficiency anemia?

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a diet can have liver, red meat, legumes, jaggery, pumpkin seeds, spinach, shellfish like crabs oysters.. ...  Read More

I am a 22 year old female and I was looking pale and unhealthy for the past 3 months. My unlikely tiredness and fatigue made me go to the doctor for medical advice and I was told that I was anemic. I have been taking iron supplements and things are getting a little better. But, I want to know if there is any treatment for iron deficiency anemia at

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Once corrected u do not have to take supplements then.It takes an average 2-3 months.Later on you can maintain the levels by consuming iron rich foods. ...  Read More

I am 23 years old and I have been looking pale and white than usual for the past couple of months. I have a healthy lifestyle and I eat healthy. It seems to me like I have anemia. I grow to look paler by the day and this is freaking me out. What can cause iron deficiency anemia? What are the supplements I can take to get rid of the problem?

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Hello dear patient if you are having pale skin then it can be due to anemia, other diagnosis can be jaundice or liver disease. Regarding anemia it can be nutritional or blood loss, sometimes due to he ...  Read More

M suffering from iron deficiency anemia...pls suggest Homeopathic Medicine to increase iron level in body...

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Body system is not like 2+2= 4.There are so many points to consider to find the iron deficiency. So I suggest to take private consultation. ...  Read More

Hi doctor my Hemoglobin is low (10.4) and I am feeling very tired and dizzy while sitting I feel good but while standing and walking I feel low energy and eyes feel lighter . Can I start taking iron tablets 65mg for this? Please advise on the dosage. Thank you."

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Hemoglobin 10.4 is fine.u can take uron rich foods instead.regarding dizziness kindly have ir bp checked and visit a clinician before assuming.mostky this hemoglobin wil not cause such symptoms. ...  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

Hi.. I am.46 years old female Due to low iron levels and ferritin levels (haemoglobin 10) and vitamin b12 I have been prescribed oroferxt syrup (15 ml) for 45 days and becausules capsules / Polybion syrup for 6 weeks But I have also been told by some that these supplements are best avoided Should I take these or avoid Thanks

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Hello, Your body is showing severe nutritional deficiency. Kindly contact for a consultation through practo app ...  Read More

I am currently 27 weeks pregnant... My gynae started my iron and calcium supplements in 5th month...but I had haemorhoids and piles with bleeding issue..so she stopped it ...and I was not able to tolerate calcium... Sometimes I used to have it and sometimes not... In short I have not done any course of both supplements...I am so much worried now ab

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Atleast take folic acid supplements Have milk and dairy products Green leafy vegetables, jaggery and dates Check your haemoglobin, if it's on lower side then injectable iron can be taken ...  Read More

I have haemoglobin of 10.4. How long should I continue Iron supplements of 100mg. I am a vegetarian, when should I stop supplements and consume via diet?

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Good morning, Kindly check your B12 levels. Consume iron rich food and vitamin C rich diet. Contact personally through practo app ...  Read More

How do I bring the ferritinin leveles back to normal? Ferritinin - 21 All other things like Hem, Serum Iron, TSA, TIBC, CBC, etc are normal. Also, last quarter it was around 27 it decreased massively.

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It could be due to lack of nutrition in diet Please connect over consultation to help you better ...  Read More

I had a baby 6 months ago and I'm still breastfeeding. Post delivery I was still taking my prenatal vitamins, calcium and vitamin d supplements. I got my blood test done recently and my vitamin b12 levels were really high so I stopped taking the prenatal vitamins and calcium (shelcal xt). My iron and calcium levels were also ok in the report. I wan

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Doctor advised to take calcium tablet after food in the morning. Further, Iron and Ecosprin at night after food. Is it ok to take iron with ecosprin. Can i switch iron to morning and calcium to night. Please suggest.

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Iron deficiency anemia symptoms: paleness, weakness, (ghabrahat) agitation, low energy, cold feet hands, cold heart sometimes, slow heartbeat, lab report: tibc(total iron binding capacity) is 525, serum iron is 111, hb is 13, questions: what should i take and for how much long? please text me dose, duration, and medicines for this condition, thank

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My Doctor has prescribed iron supplement from 9th month for my baby.. Tasiron 1 ml other than that she only takes 1 ml D3.. Her birth weight was 2.3kg and her current weight is 7.7kg.. The thing is after taking iron drops she poops a lot not loose motion but she poops 4 to 5 times a day.. what should we do and also she becomes hyper active after ir

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You can try other brands like feronia xt/fez xt. Tge things you mentioned is the side effect of iron supplementation. No need to worry. ...  Read More

What is aplastic anemia. how we can cure mild aplastic anemia.. is it serious.please tell in detail.

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Hlo ma'am Need more details history so if you would like to know more details about this problem, you can reach me on procto or for a free detailed consultation on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two fi ...  Read More

I want to check my iron level in my body. Could you suggest which test should be done . please suggest me

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My friend got her iron profile checked, it says Iron 18.8 L, UIBC 8602.1 H, TIBC 8602.9 H, TSI 0.2 L, HGB 9.9, what should we do?

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UIBC of 8602.1?? Are you sure that you have mentioned the correct value!? Share the printed report. ...  Read More

Hb 6.8 Since 1 Year, No Improvement Female (unmarried) | Age 25, weight: 38 kg, height: 5.3. I’ve been suffering from anemia for 6–7 years. My hemoglobin remains at 6.8 g/dL despite multiple treatments and a healthy diet. Had typhoid/stomach infections 2–3 times. Constant fatigue, weakness, pale skin, weight loss. White hair and

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For a HB of 6.8 , IV therapy is advised. If you get constant stomach issues, I suggest you to deworm once in 6 months , as worms are the common causes for chronic anemia ...  Read More

I have been suffering from anemia for the past 6–7 years. During this time, I have also experienced typhoid and stomach infections 2–3 times. Despite receiving multiple treatments and following a healthy, iron-rich diet, my hemoglobin level remains consistently low. Last year, my Hb was 6.8 g/dL, and after treatment, I expected improvem

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I got full body test done, as I was facing extreme fatigue, laziness, weakness and numbness in head. I am on thyroid medication (12.5 mcg) and my thyroids level are in control. In report I have been diagnosed with iron serum 25, ferritin 6, CRP 1.8, Saturation 6% TIBC 419.4, haemoglobin 11. And Vitamin D - 16 B12 within range. So issue is some doc

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Can Anemia cause mild chest pain ? I get mild chest pain ..is it normal,.?? Will it subsidies with medicine

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Severe anemia can sometimes lead to chest pain, but that doesn’t mean your pain is definitely because of it. Chest pain can happen for many different reasons. To find out the exact cause, a prop ...  Read More

I do have iron deficiency as my iron levels are 13ug/dl.could you please suggest syrup or medicine for these and iron rich foods what I need to take please mention

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You should visit a physician for proper physical examination and treatment ...  Read More

I suspect low iron as I have a cravings for rice.. eating more raw rice daily.. can I take iron supplement without doctor prescription for 1 month and discontinue it.. or should I take blood test before such tablet

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I had second c section 3 months ago my gynecologist have not recommended any iron and calcium supplements after delivery. Is that ok

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You have to mandatorily take iron and calcium for 6months post delivery or atleast for 3 months .Also consume iron rich diet ...  Read More

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