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Can I take an iron supplement if I have haemoglobin 6g/dl?
Can I take an iron supplement if I have haemoglobin 6g/dl?
Can I take an iron supplement if I have haemoglobin 6g/dl?
Yes, you can take iron supplements if your hemoglobin levels are 6. However, consider investigating why your levels are low with a blood test.
Last updated on 11 May 2023
Related Questions
How long will it take for iron deficiency anaemia to resolve?
It may take 30-90 days for iron deficiency to get resolved by diet. However, if you have a blood disorder you may need regular medications to keep up the iron levels.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Why do I have iron deficiency anemia?
Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
When does regular iron deficiency become anemia?
Iron deficiency anemia develops when your body uses the iron stores faster than they can be refilled, or when the flow of iron into your system has slowed due to undiagnosed medical conditions.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Can iron-deficiency anemia decrease %SpO2?
Yes. In anemic patients, oxygen delivery decreases and oxygen extraction is increased. This leads to decreased venous hemoglobin saturation and a lower tissue oxygen saturation
Last updated on 11 May 2023
What are the diagnostic features of iron deficiency?
The features which can indicate anemia are unexplained weakness, brittle nails, chest pain (without any reason), fatigue and breathlessness. If you are having most of the symptoms consider taking a test and consulting a general practitioner.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
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