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What is the indication for iron chelation therapy after iron overload?

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Dr. Nagaraj

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Published At April 17, 2023
Reviewed AtOctober 12, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I got my blood test done and I am attaching the test reports. I took the iron supplements for a while before the blood test as my iron levels were very low. I was wondering if my iron saturation means that I have iron stocked in my organs and if it will return to normal by stopping the supplements. Do I need a chelation treatment? Have I done harm to my organs?

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Nagaraj

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query and understood your concern.

I went through your reports (the attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The reports are fine. Iron saturation is high because you are taking supplements. I suggest no treatment is currently required for it including chelation. I also suggest you stop iron supplements. At this level, there is no harm to your organs. I have a few questions.

1. Do you have an abnormal period now or earlier?

2. Was there any reason for starting iron supplements?

Kindly follow up with the answers.

I hope this has helped you.

Thanks and regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks for your reply.

I started taking iron supplements upon the recommendation of a doctor since my ferritin level was low. I was also experiencing fatigue. I tend to have a heavy period and more fatigue during my period.

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Nagaraj

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thanks for the information. Currently, your iron reserves are fine and adequate. Hope your symptoms are better. Iron deficiency is common in menstruating females. If the reason for iron deficiency is nutritional, I suggest you take healthy food. If it is because of increased monthly flow, then female doctor consultation is important. It is important to correct the underlying cause. Else iron profile will be normal as long as you take supplements and become low again once stopped. I assume these things are taken care of as you are under the supervision of a doctor. To answer your question specifically, your iron profile is adequate. Hemoglobin is also fine. You may stop supplements in consultation with your doctor. Iron stores in organs cannot be determined by blood pictures. It requires a biopsy which is not required in your case.

I hope this has helped you.

Thanks and regards.

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Dr. Nagaraj
Dr. Nagaraj

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