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Low ferritin and transferrin saturation
I have low ferritin and low transferrin saturation (around 14%), and recently I’ve noticed that my menstrual flow has become lighter than usual. Could these low iron levels be the reason for the change in my period flow, or should I be looking at other possible causes?
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Menes irregularities and flow depends on hormones and structure of uterus and ovaries.
No direct relationship with hemoglobin
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Yes , and also vice versa . Increased menses can cause anemia and iron deficiency. Anemia and iron deficiency can cause decreased menses.
Do an Hb level , take iron supplements ( if ferritin too low , better to take injective supplements)
Take tab albendazole 400 once stat.
If Hb is normal ,
Check for tsh and free t4( Thyroid profile ).
And still if irregular menses persist , do an USG pelvis to rule out any pathology.
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It is the haemoglobin, that is important clinically and for ur well being
Ferritin are the stores of body.
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If Hemoglobin is normal, u just need to start iron rich foods to replenish body stores.
also take anti - helminthic.
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check other causes for change in flow
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Pls connect for online consultation and advice
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Low ferritin could be one of the reason
Did you start iron supplement?
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More tests needed. Anemia can be a reason. But not definitve. Please connect for further opinion
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
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Dr. Thrupthi Reddy
Infertility Specialist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Have to evaluate for thyroid, prolactin and hba1c levels
Decreased ferritin levels itself might not be a reason for minimal menstrual flow
Need evaluation
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Dr. Pendekanti Malleswari
Obstetrician
24 yrs exp
Bangalore
Low Ferritin won't cause reduced period flow.That could be something else.
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