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Medical Conditions - Iron Defeciency Anemia

Anemia that results from a deficiency of iron in the body is called iron-deficiency anemia. Your body needs iron to make hemoglobin, so iron deficiency affects the production of hemoglobin. The symptoms include weakness, pale skin, shortness of breath, tongue swelling, brittle nails, and irregular heartbeats.

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Do my blood test results suggest anemia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. You are not having anemia as per the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Will iron tablets cause constipation?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If she is having chronic anemia then one advice would be to make sure that it is due to iron deficiency anemia indeed and not due to other deficiency or thalassemia minor.

Is a blood transfusion needed for Hb 4 and Fe 7 with 1% saturation?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your transferrin saturation and Hb seem very low.

What causes elliptocytes and ovalocytes in blood smear?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Anisocytosis, elliptocytes can all be seen in an anemia case. In iron deficiency anemia, also, it can be seen. So, you should check her hemoglobin level and HCT level.

What can cause high WBC and low hemoglobin levels in my wife?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your wife's reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

What is your suggestion on my blood report?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears that you may be experiencing iron deficiency anemia or a hemolytic process, along with low platelet levels.

What could cause iron deficiency or iron over-absorption?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

Will frequent blood tests cause low ferritin levels?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, let me assure you that even if you donate about a liter (1000 milliliters) of blood every year, you will not become sick if you are otherwise healthy.

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My platelet count is high. What could be the reason?

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