Question 1

if i take iron 3x a day , how soon will the hb levels go up? i don't like blood transfusion due to someone i know who had cancer after transfusion.help

Accepted Answer

Let's talk: This is the 21st century. There are many different causes of anemia. For some, taking iron will make you sicker. If your periods are heavy, you should probably be supplementing with iron, but if you're already anemic, there may be another cause. Despite your one-sample impression, transfusion (still a last resort) is quite safe if you truly need it to be able to function. Wishing you health.

Question 2

after receiving a blood transfusion (2 bags), due to severe anemia, how long until i can return to exercise. (high intensity)?

Accepted Answer

: High intensity exercise will not be recommended, rather gradual until your anemia is properly worked up and treated. Once your anemia is resolved you can definitely returned to high intensity exercise.

Question 3

im a 22 year old female and i already had a blood transfusion because of my very low hemoglobin... what should i do to keep my hemoglobin level up?

Accepted Answer

Wow: There must be an explanation for the anemia.  An effective treatment course can only be accomplished by having a proper diagnosis. Iron deficiency is the most common reason for a woman your age to be anemic, but there are many other diagnoses that must be looked for. Until you have that specific diagnosis you can't begin to prevent future problems.

Question 4

is it normal for hemoglobin level to drop again 2 weeks after blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

No: Why was blood transfusion given?  The reason for the initial drop in hemoglobin may still be present.

Question 5

is blood transfusion really needed  right away for a 86 years old patient with creatinine level of 3.6 and  hemoglobin of 61?

Accepted Answer

Possibly.: Difficult question to answer. Depends upon a lot of factors that aren't laid out here. The patient sounds to be seriously in trouble although there are lots of ways to get to those numbers and not all of them require immediate transfusion.

Question 6

i had a blood transfusion due to low hemoglobin. my iron level was 6 and is now 9 after two units. i still feel weak and really tired after 3 days?

Accepted Answer

Of course you do: You are still seriously anemic. Be proactive. Insist on an explanation of how you got this sick and what wil be done to restore you to health. If you have a bleeding stomach ulcer, what will be done? If you have hemolysis, what is the cause? G6PD status? Were you malnourished? You deserve a full explanation.

Question 7

my son is two and his iron level was an 8.0.. does he need a blood transfusion. what should i do? the doctor said his iron must come up in 3 weeks..

Accepted Answer

Milk baby?.: It is important to find out the reason for his anemia. At his age i would be concerned about his diet. It could be that he is drinking too much milk at the expense of things that are rich in iron.  If this be the case talk to a nutritionist for a proper diet.  There are, of course a myriad of other things that couldbethecause. Discuss the causes with your pediatrician.

Question 8

can blood transfusion causer lower creatinine level?

Accepted Answer

Not much: As kidneys get sick or recover, creatinine can fluctuate up to 1.0 per day. A massive transfusion as during rough surgery or hemorrhage might result in one's labs returning to the healthy values of the donors. A clinical correlation is required.

Question 9

how long does it take for the blood level to return to normal after blood transfusion due to 500 ml blood loss?

Accepted Answer

When txfsn done: The BP should improve during transfusion if no other "issue" at play, so by shortly after completion of unit, should see at least some improvment. If not, ask dr what else is / may be going on.

Question 10

had low hb and had a blood transfusion. now blood levels at 8.9 how long till my blood levels go back to normal?taking iron supplements and home rest

Accepted Answer

Transfusion: After a transfusion your blood count goes up and within 12 hours will be actual number. As for the iron supplements it will depend on the cause of the anemia but they will take weeks to make a difference in general.  What what the Hb before?

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If i take iron 3x a day , how soon will the hb levels go up? i don't like blood transfusion due to someone i know who had cancer after transfusion.help

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After receiving a blood transfusion (2 bags), due to severe anemia, how long until i can return to exercise. (high intensity)?

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Im a 22 year old female and i already had a blood transfusion because of my very low hemoglobin... what should i do to keep my hemoglobin level up?

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Is it normal for hemoglobin level to drop again 2 weeks after blood transfusion?

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Is blood transfusion really needed right away for a 86 years old patient with creatinine level of 3.6 and hemoglobin of 61?

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I had a blood transfusion due to low hemoglobin. my iron level was 6 and is now 9 after two units. i still feel weak and really tired after 3 days?

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My son is two and his iron level was an 8.0.. does he need a blood transfusion. what should i do? the doctor said his iron must come up in 3 weeks..

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Can blood transfusion causer lower creatinine level?

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How long does it take for the blood level to return to normal after blood transfusion due to 500 ml blood loss?

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Had low hb and had a blood transfusion. now blood levels at 8.9 how long till my blood levels go back to normal?taking iron supplements and home rest

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