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Macrocytic blood picture in blood smear
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I have Posted the same question few hours back but few details were missing
My RBC count is always varies from 3.4 to 3.9( since 3years) and HB is always normal only. I have done a smear test 2 yrs before and it was normal at that time.
Yesterday I have repeated my blood test and found both HB & RBC is low.
I have also repeated my peripheral blood smear test yesterday and it was showing - macrocytic blood picture in blood smear.
Yesterday's Reports attached FYR.
Is this related anemia or anything major?
Google is showing me lots of scary things
I humbly request you suggest me the next step ..Pls..
Kindly help.
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Hello ,
I do understand your query.
Answer me this ,are you a vegetarian?
Have you got your b12 levels checked?
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Dr EMMANUEL MJ
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Dr. Janani Karthik
Diabetologist
12 yrs exp
Chennai
Please do consult a physician or Heamatologist. They can help you better
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Dr. Puja K
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10 yrs exp
Pune
The macrocytic blood picture suggests megaloblastic anaemia which occurs due to vit. B12/ folate deficiency. You need to get b12 checked for further treatment . Also detailed history is required if you are having any other symptoms .
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