How can I manage my tiredness and headache at age 25?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am a 25-year-old female. I have the following symptoms: tiredness, headache, and weakness.

My hemoglobin is 10.2 g/dL, hematocrit is 34.5 percent, MCV is 74.68 fL, MCH is 22.08 pg, MCHC is 29.57 percent, WBC count is 10,200/cu mm, and platelet count is 298,000/cu mm.

Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

I have reviewed your blood report (attachments were removed to protect the patient's identity) along with your symptoms of tiredness, headache, and weakness. Your hemoglobin is 10.2 g/dl, which is below the normal range for females (12 to 15 g/dl), suggesting anemia (a blood disorder in which the blood has a reduced ability to carry oxygen), likely the leading cause of your tiredness and weakness.

Your hematocrit is 34.5 percent, MCV (mean corpuscular volume) is 74.68 fluid ounces, MCH (mean corpuscular hemoglobin) is 22.08 picograms, and MCHC (mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration) is 29.57 percent, slightly below the normal range, indicating microcytic, hypochromic anemia (the type of anemia in which the circulating red blood cells are smaller than the usual size of RBCs), most commonly due to iron deficiency.

Your WBC (white blood cell) count is 10,200/cu mm, which is slightly above normal but not alarming and may reflect mild infection or inflammation. The platelet count is 298,000/cu mm, and blood sugar (91 mg/dl) is within normal limits.

So, your report mainly shows iron deficiency anemia, which matches your symptoms of weakness, tiredness, and headaches.

Consult your doctor for confirmation and treatment. Usually, management includes iron-rich foods (green leafy vegetables, jaggery, dates, beans, red meat, and eggs) and iron supplements. Adequate rest, hydration, and monitoring your blood levels are also important.

I hope I have answered your question.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Thank you.