the test showed i was low in iron. im supposed to be between 10 -27 but i was 6......does this mean i have a iron deficiency?
2007-03-04 21:47:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
That is so below the threshold!
I would think that you're doctor has recommended some form of treatment? I would be taking iron supplements ..it might take a couple of months to find a great one. I know from experience that concentrated iron tablets give stomach cramps and constipation. Excreting iron isn't pleasant either! You might switch to a lower dose or if it's not working as efficiently you could try taking a Vitamin C/Iron combined tablet.
Alternatively, eat more red meat (don't over cook it) or if you're vego then go for plenty of green leafies, beetroots and baked beans. Don't forget the orange juice!
2007-03-05 00:01:49 · answer #1 · answered by essence_05 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the results do mean you have a deficiency. Look up on the net foods that are high in iron. You could become anemic if you don't take care of that and you'll be extremely tired.
2007-03-05 05:54:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you may have an iron deficiency. When does the dr want to see you again next?
2007-03-05 05:56:31 · answer #3 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No doubt u r low on Iron..but doesnt matter..Take lots of red carrot juice, may be an apple a day and get hold of a doc to prescribe some iron supplements...like FEFOL or whatever the name is, and most important of all ...REMAIN HAPPY.
2007-03-05 06:01:54 · answer #4 · answered by mongol_7 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you are anemic.
You need protein. You need to eat LOTS and lots of red meat.
Being a vegetarian is a fine idea but often leads to anaemia (lack of iron)
You also need to take tablets as one lady suggested.
You MUST fix it because without iron the oxygen you breathe can NOT go to your cells and do their work. Then your immune system will get bad; you will get lots of diseases which you can die from.
2007-03-05 06:48:24 · answer #5 · answered by teacher groovyGRANNY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Twelve is considered borderline anemic. Anything below that is. I have a seven and am on Nifirex. I feel better on it and the only side effect thus far is black poop.
2007-03-05 05:54:37 · answer #6 · answered by Prinsass 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
eat a silt
2007-03-05 06:33:08 · answer #7 · answered by hitendra d 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋