Question 1

my ferritin is 6 as of a month ago. ive eaten red meat, spinach and etc. im having panic attacks worrying about my heart. how do i raise it fast?

Accepted Answer

Iron supplement: Talk to your doctor about oral iron supplements. If that does not work, a large dose of iron can be given intravenously, in one shot to make up for all the deficit.

Question 2

how long does ferose f tablets take to increase the ferritin levels?

Accepted Answer

It depends: I understand you are a 50 year old woman. If you are iron-deficient, the key is to discover why. If this happened because you are a vegetarian or heavy blood donor, please get advice on your options. If you have chronic blood loss from some source, this needs to be identified because it often warns of serious illness. We pathologists say, "Treat the person, not the lab value." Best wishes.

Question 3

will gastritis from taking iron go away on its own. i have been off the iron for 3 weeks now. was on iron for 4 months to raise my ferritin levels?

Accepted Answer

It may.: Hoping you do not use any alcohol or Ibuprofen , it may get better by itself, but better to try some rantidine( zantac) or tagamet (cimetidine) once a day for few weeks.If symptoms persist , then you must see a gastroenterologist to make sure there are no other causes of your "gastritis".

Question 4

how do i increase my ferritin if my iron levels are normal? my ferritin is at a 23 and i want them to be at a 70. if i have to take iron, how much should i take to raise my levels and how much to maintain my ferritin levels?

Accepted Answer

: Raising ferritin is not a worthwhile health goal. A ferritin of 23 is no worse than 70. You may take oral iron and multivitamins to avoid anemia from menstrual blood loss, but do not get hung up on a laboratory value.
Wish you good health!

Question 5

what is the best iron to raise ferritin levels?

Accepted Answer

It depends: What you really want to know is, 'what form of iron is right for me to take to correct my iron deficiency?' I am going to assume that if you are indeed iron deficient, a cause has been found. If it's vegetarianism, give it up. If it's bleeding from an ulcer, get this treated. You state you are age 50 and if this is heavy monthly loss, perhaps this itself is a concern. Your physician knows best.

Question 6

if low ferritin corrected does this increase b12 level?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: These are two different substrates required for blood production. You can have a deficiency of one without the other being abnormal. Occasionally under certain circumstances both can be abnormal and require replacement. It is best to have your primary care assess, then if this is not sufficient, see an Hematologist.

Question 7

i have a low ferritin and normal hemoglobin. also i have gastritis and can't take iron. how can i raise ferritin level?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous iron: Iron can be administered intravenously and sufficient amount can be given in one sitting to correct any iron deficiency. You would need to consult your doctor for the need and advisability of this treatment.

Question 8

do you need to fast for tibc and ferritin blood tests?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fasting morning iron lab studies are preferred. Iron levels fluctuate throughout the day, and levels may vary with food intake.

Question 9

could a ferritin level of 41 be causing fatigue? what's best way to increase level?

Accepted Answer

Hemoglobin level: What is your hemoglobin level? If that is low that may contribute to feeling of fatigue. You may take oral supplement with multivitamins. Take iron pills with meals and if constipation happens to be an issue take a fiber laxative like Metamucil. 
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 10

is it common for ferritin levels to increase from 33 ug/l to 95 ug/l after taking 300 mg x 3 times a day of ferrous sulfate for 10 days?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Good for you. I also want to share my sympathy over the loss of your child. You did the right thing.

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My ferritin is 6 as of a month ago. ive eaten red meat, spinach and etc. im having panic attacks worrying about my heart. how do i raise it fast?

A member asked:

How long does ferose f tablets take to increase the ferritin levels?

A member asked:

Will gastritis from taking iron go away on its own. i have been off the iron for 3 weeks now. was on iron for 4 months to raise my ferritin levels?

A member asked:

How do i increase my ferritin if my iron levels are normal? my ferritin is at a 23 and i want them to be at a 70. if i have to take iron, how much should i take to raise my levels and how much to maintain my ferritin levels?

A member asked:

What is the best iron to raise ferritin levels?

A member asked:

If low ferritin corrected does this increase b12 level?

A member asked:

I have a low ferritin and normal hemoglobin. also i have gastritis and can't take iron. how can i raise ferritin level?

A member asked:

Do you need to fast for tibc and ferritin blood tests?

A member asked:

Could a ferritin level of 41 be causing fatigue? what's best way to increase level?

A member asked:

Is it common for ferritin levels to increase from 33 ug/l to 95 ug/l after taking 300 mg x 3 times a day of ferrous sulfate for 10 days?

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