Iron Deficiency and related queries

Frequently Asked Questions

Is iron deficiency anemia dangerous?

No, it is not dangerous. It can be resolved with diet and medications.

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Why is anemia a common problem among Indian women?

Anemia is most prevalent in women in India especially because they are entirely focussed on eating rice and wheat more than green (leafy) vegetables. Hence, women are recommended to eat more green leafy vegetables which can help from preventing anemia.

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What do you feel when you are iron deficient?

When you are iron deficient the first common symptom is that they feel unexplained fatigue and lack of energy. If you are feeling so, get a blood test done to know your iron levels.

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Can a low iron deficiency cause cancer?

There is very less evidence that iron deficiency leads to cancer. However, few research papers indicates that blood loss can result in colon cancer and uterine cancer.

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Why is iron deficiency anemia common in toddlers?

Iron deficiency in toddlers can be due to excessive intake of cow's milk only. Secondary reasons are rapid growth during this phase and inability to consume green leafy vegetables.

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Can untreated iron deficiency anemia cause angina?

Yes, research suggets that patients already having chronic heart diseases are susceptible to sudden pain in the chest or angina due to low levels of iron in the body. Hence, it is advisable to maintain healthy iron levels in the body to prevent angina.

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Can you die of Iron deficiency?

Iron deficiency rarely causes death however, low levels of iron can cause multiple other complications which can make you feel fatigued throughout the day.

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What is a serum ferritin test?

A serum ferritin test helps the doctor understand how much iron or ferritin the body is storing.

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How much blood is drawn for a ferritin blood test?

Approximately 3 ml of blood is drawn for ferritin blood test

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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.

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What is a good diet for getting over iron deficiency?

A good diet for getting over boderline iron deficiency is fortified cereals rich in iron and spinach. Additionally, take green leafy vegetables that will help you resolve your iron deficiency over a period of time.

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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

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How to get rid of iron deficiency?

If you have boderline iron deficiency then you can get rid of it by consuming a diet rich in iron, green leafy vegetables and fortified cereals.

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Can an anemic blood test detect pregnancy?

No, an anemic blood test cannot detect pregancy. It is only meant to detect low iron levels and anemia.

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How do you know if your iron is low in your blood?

To know if your iron levels are low get a blood test done preferably a CBC or a full body check up.

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Can one still be iron deficient if his/her hemoglobin is 13.8?

Usually not, however, if your doctor feels that iron levels are low then you can improve the levels by consuming iron rich diet.

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How long does it take to get an iron blood test back?

In most cases, you get your iron tests results within 24 hours.

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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.

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Why do I have iron deficiency anemia?

Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin.

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What are the common symptoms of iron deficiency anemia?

The most common symptoms of iron deficiency (anemia) are fatigue, rapid heartbeats, shortness of breathe, headache and unexplained generalised weakness.

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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.

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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.

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