Question 1

What is the side effect of iron injection?

Accepted Answer

Usually, there are no side effects of iron injections. However, certain patients have reported that you may experience swelling, nausea or GERD problems post taking the injections.

Question 2

My hemoglobin is at 5.2, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

This means that you have severe anemia. You will require medications along with change in diet. Seek help from a professional immediately.

Question 3

Is blood donation harmful to a person's health?

Accepted Answer

No it is not harmful.The doctor will advise you blood donation after testing your blood. If you do not have any blood related disorders such as hemophillia you can donate blood to your loved ones in case of emergency.

Question 4

Why is HBA1C for 3 months?

Accepted Answer

An A1C test can show your average glucose level for the past three months because: Glucose sticks to hemoglobin for as long as the red blood cells are alive. The red blood cells live for three months. This is the reason HBA1C is done every 3 months.

Question 5

How long does it take for hemoglobin levels to decrease?

Accepted Answer

Hemoglobin levels can decrease speedily during operative procedures and unhealthy regimes. The effect can be seen as early as two weeks.

Question 6

I have an HB level of 19.4. Is that fatal for me?

Accepted Answer

No, it is not dangerous. It can be resolved with diet and medications. However, if left untreated it can lead to blood clots, heart attack and strokes.

What is the side effect of iron injection?

What is the side effect of iron injection?

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