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What can i do about my hemoglobin level? i have anemia(heavy pms), taking 3 iron pills a day, my level is about 5.8-7. is there a way to make it norm?

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Intravenous Fe: You may not be absorbing the iron in the pills. You should discuss getting intravenous iron, with your doctor. A large amount can be infused in one sitting. You should also take a multivitamin tablet to ensure sufficiency of folate (folic acid) and B12.

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Answered 7/22/2018

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