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Medical Conditions - Iron Supplement

The red blood cells in the blood contain the maximum amount of iron. Iron is essential for good health as red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to other tissues of the body. You might need iron supplements in conditions like iron-deficiency anemia, pregnancy, during menstruation, dialysis, excess blood loss, etc.

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What should a patient do if his blood test report reveals that his iron level is 47 mcg/dL and MCHC is 35.3 g/dL?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) suggest iron deficiency anemia, which can be treated with iron tablets or iron syrup.

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Dr. Harshitha. G

Dr. Harshitha. G

My 19 months old baby is on iron supplement and passing black stools. Should I get her checked?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.

I am getting period for more than 30 days this time. Please help to stop it.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First step in such situations to get a simple home urine pregnancy test. If negative, then I suggest you wait for three months before planning a pregnancy.

What is the treatment for my low hemoglobin and iron levels?

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.

What will help manage my severe inflamed and fungal acne?

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

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Dr. Misha Saghir

Dr. Misha Saghir

What dietary changes can support health and energy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Your ferritin level is high, but your body may still be adjusting after your previous iron deficiency.

Answered By
Dr. Sugandh Garg

Dr. Sugandh Garg

My serum iron levels are consistently high, but I have symptoms of iron deficiency. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to consult an endocrinologist for having a high transferrin saturation greater than 50 percent.

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.

My hemoglobin count is low. Could it be due to my heavy menstrual flow?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you forward your hemoglobin electrophoresis report to me? Please answer this question. Thank you.

Why is my sister eating slate pencils and raw rice?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, child eating slate pencils and rice is an indication of severe anemia.

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