could you tell me what you know about this condition, the affects, the outcome, what to do about it.. etc.
I need to know this, so I can help this person.
2007-09-04 18:11:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
Since you can get on the internet, google anemia. Iron deficiency is one form. Iron supplements or iron rich foods may be suggested. B12 is also suggested because you do not process iron without it.
Liver, peanut butter, dried apricots and dark green leafy veggies such as spinach are a few food sources. If your friend is prescribed iron supplements they can cause change in stool and also constipation so remind them to drink a lot of water and get regular exercise to help combat the side effects.
2007-09-04 18:20:37 · answer #1 · answered by dizzkat 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Iron deficiency anemia means they most likely are bleeding some where unless the diagnosis is unknown etiology meaning the can't find a cause for it. The doc will prescribe iron supplements to build up the iron. There is nothing more that needs to be done except be sure the person takes his med and the doc checks his iron levels every few months.
2007-09-05 01:17:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
This can be a serious problem if not tended to. I had a very low iron level for years and I would be exhausted all the time.I found and praise the day I found Bee Royal Products and I take everyday fresh royal jelly and bee pollen. My levels are now normal and I feel great. The price gets you at first glance but it lasts 6 months and it worth it, its your health
2007-09-05 01:25:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Iron deficiency what? If it's iron deficiency anemia, all you need to do is take supplements of iron to correct the problem. Your friend's dietary intake of iron may not be enough hence the deficiency
2007-09-05 01:18:33 · answer #4 · answered by fulltank 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I admire your sevice to humainty, but you have not mentioned sex and hemoglobin reading, any way here is a solution for you:
1) Give him one pint of packed cells, and see his Hb% , if necessary give him a second pint.
The reason being that giving iron by mouth or Intravenously requires a longer time for Hb % to rise up. It's advisable for long term use.
Consult your doctor, before transfusion.
2007-09-06 16:54:41 · answer #5 · answered by Dr.Qutub 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well they need to start adding some iron shavings to their cheerios.
2007-09-05 01:15:20 · answer #6 · answered by typea911 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋