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Any supplement needed for iron i have seen physician they don't give any supplement is it required to take supplements my b12 also -220
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If any malabsorption issues then consult gaztroenterologist..
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Your iron report does show deficiency â serum iron is 44.9 μg/dL (normal 65-175) and transferrin saturation is 12.77% (normal >20%), which clearly indicates depleted iron stores. Your doctor may have held off because haemoglobin was still normal (pre-anaemic stage), but the deficiency is real and should be treated before it progresses to anaemia. Your B12 of 220 pg/mL is at the very lower end of normal â borderline, and worth monitoring. Increase dietary iron (spinach, lentils, jaggery, meat) and consider iron supplementation after discussing with your physician.
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Show this report to your physician and specifically ask for ferrous sulfate or ferrous ascorbate supplementation. Take iron on an empty stomach with vitamin C (lemon water) for better absorption. Recheck iron studies and CBC in 3 months.
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Hi! 😊
Your iron levels are low which explains many symptoms, while B12 is borderline.
I can help correct this quickly and safely with the right supplements and diet.
Book a quick consultation with me now I'll give you the perfect plan and dosage for fast improvement.
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Yes, iron supplements definitely needed. B12 is just borderline low, take tab neurobion forte one daily for 4 weeks.
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Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes needed
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