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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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Is low iron, hemoglobin, and hematocrit in blood tests indicative of anemia?

Query: Hi doctor, I need an interpretation from a hematologist on recent laboratory results. I am feeling fine, but results show low iron, hemoglobin, hematocrit, etc. I have copies of three recent reports from different laboratories. Also, I donated blood twice in the last and the previous month. I am no...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are safe and sound in the pandemic. I reviewed all of your investigations in the past couple of months (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). 1) You have developed iron deficiency which later leads to anemia (low hemoglobin). 2) You donated bl...  Read Full »

Should I consult a doctor for heavy menstrual bleeding?

Query: Hi doctor, I had some blood work done but have not gotten a call back from my doctor yet. My iron was 19 ug/dl, and my iron saturation was 5%. Since then, I have had heavy menstrual bleeding, and it has not stopped. I feel awful. I am unsure if this is relevant, but I also have terrible upper back p...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. As for iron deficiency, it needs years to be corrected if you take oral preparations. Iron preparations should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably before breakfast. I prefer the injectable first and then switch...  Read Full »

Which grade of anemia needs blood transfusion?

Query: Hello doctor,I have a history of anemia. I also just recently found out I have chronic gastritis. My iron is at a level of 41 percent, but my ferritin and saturation are low. How does that work? I have been on my iron pills. Do pins and needles and muscle weakness have anything to do with iron level...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are fine and safe from the pandemic. The data you provided in quantitative and qualitative terms indicate mixed micronutrient deficiency, especially Iron, Vitamin B12, Folic acid, Pyridoxine. Get it treated according to local guidelines. For gastritis, rule ...  Read Full »

Will anemia cause variation in liver enzymes?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 24 years old female. Three years ago, I had iron deficiency anemia with vitamin deficiencies. The iron level was 46, ferritin was 5.80, vitamin D was 5.60, vitamin B12 was 289, and folic acid was 4.22. During that time, my liver enzymes were also slightly elevated, according to w...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hi. Welcome to icliniq.com. As you said, you got anemia three years ago. And you got your blood levels borderline on the lower side. These levels are old reports. What is the current situation? For conclusive advice, get a fresh CBC (complete blood count), ferritin, folic acid, and vitamin B12 lev...  Read Full »

Why do I have elevated platelet levels?

Query: Hi doctor, My platelets were 468 last month, and I repeated another full CBC. Everything else was fine, but my platelets were still 463 a month later. Is this something to worry about? I have fatty liver grade 1 and mild IBS. I also had a Coronavirus infection two months ago. Currently, I am on m...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Elevated platelets indicate the following conditions: Grade 1 thrombocytosis: Platelets 550 to 649. Grade 2 thrombocytosis: Platelets 650 to 749. Grade 3 thrombocytosis: Platelets 750 to 849. Grade 4 thrombocytosis: Platelets 850 to 1099. Grade 5 thrombocytosis:...  Read Full »

What does elevated platelet count indicate?

Query: Hi doctor,I am a 27-year-old female. I have dyslipidemia and currently taking Lipanthyl. I have been taking blood tests and consult my doctor every month for five months. I manage to reduce my cholesterol, but the doctor is concerned with my platelet count right now. I have attached my blood platele...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In the case of elevated platelets, grade 1 thrombocytosis: Platelets range between 550 to 649. In grade 2, thrombocytosis: Platelets range between 650 to 749. Grade 3 thrombocytosis: 750 to 849. Grade 4 thrombocytosis: 850 to 1099. Grade 5 thrombocytosis: 1100 or...  Read Full »

How to manage iron deficiency anemia?

Query: Hi doctor, My child, who is 6 years old, felt sick on his birthday this year (one week ago), accusing fatigue. He looks pale and vomiting. We took him for blood tests. His red blood cells were way below normal 3.8; the doctor sent us to an oncology hospital suspecting leukemia. Later, they said it ...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Anemia is common in malabsorption diseases (cow milk intolerance in your case). Iron deficiency takes six months to develop in case of reduced intake or absorption or loss via blood. They are probably doing endoscopy or colonoscopy because of milk intolerance to rule ou...  Read Full »

I have iron deficiency anemia and cannot take oral iron supplements. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, My iron value is 16 (low), iron saturation is 4 % (alert low), my ferritin value is 5 ng/mL (low), my hemoglobin is 9.7 grams per deciliter (low), my hematocrit is 11.9 % (low), MCH 24.3 g/L (low), MCHC 30.4 g/L (low), EOS (eosinophil) 0.6 (high). My previous history includes anemia, poss...  Read Full »


Dr. Mubashir Razzaq Khan

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Better take injectable iron preparations. With oral preparations, it takes years to correct iron deficiency, especially in females. It is best to build up your vitamin B12, folic acid, pyridoxine, and vitamin D level. I hope you find it helpful...  Read Full »

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