i was tested with anemia at 32 weeks and now i am being tested again at 38 weeks what do u think the doctor will do if the test comes back that i still have anemia? what do u think will occur?
2007-01-07 07:55:19 · 7 answers · asked by koki112686 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It just means that they will watch you more closely for blood loss during and after the birth.
Have you been taking additional iron? Chelated iron supplements are best as they are best absorbed by your body and less likely to cause constipation.
2007-01-07 07:58:12 · answer #1 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was anaemic for most of my pregancy and they will give you iron tablets to start with. If its really low you will be given iron injections. I had to have emergency section and ended up with 2 blood transfusions also but its all normal and nothing to worry about at all. The only downside is because of the iron tabs you get very constipated which usually leads to piles so if they do put you on tabs make sure you eat a high fibre diet and drink loads of water cause believe me the piles were more painful than my labour.
2007-01-07 16:04:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They should just give you iron tablets, nothing to stress out about :)
Depending on how low the iron levels are, you may be offered a transfusion, just to build up your supplies before the birth.
Please take whatever treatment you are offered- I didn't have my anemia caught before birth, so I felt incredibly run down with no energy after I had my baby...don't let the post-natal period be worse than it should be :)
2007-01-07 15:59:54 · answer #3 · answered by ♥Pamela♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how severe it is. You should be on an iron-rich diet. It can take 3-4 months to replace the blood lost during delivery, also. Depending on your delivery, you may need a blood transfusion or some packed RBCs.
Good luck!
2007-01-07 15:58:42 · answer #4 · answered by Merry 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anemia is just low blood cells, Not like a diease or something, dont get frantic. it CAN be taken care of for you and the babies health. Your Dr. just is palying it safe, this is good for all envolved.
2007-01-07 16:04:37 · answer #5 · answered by michael o 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will simply be given something to raise your blood iron levels. if you do what your doctor suggests, you and your baby will be fine. try not to worry about it.
2007-01-07 16:01:04 · answer #6 · answered by outofmymind 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Same thing happened to me.... He will put you on a vitamin with Iron.
2007-01-07 16:03:06 · answer #7 · answered by texas tornado 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋