Is iron deficiency anemia dangerous?

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Is iron deficiency anemia dangerous?

Is iron deficiency anemia dangerous?

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Is iron deficiency anemia dangerous?

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

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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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.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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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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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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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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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.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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