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I was told i'm anaemic at 104 after taking 200mg daily iron for a month my levels have dropped to 92 what should my levels be? what could cause this?

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See below: A common cause of iron deficiency anemia in women is excessive menstrual blood loss. If oral iron supplementation has not corrected the anemia, then other reasons for blood loss should be investigated. You may increase you iron intake to three times daily. Take the pills with meals and if constipation is 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.

Answered 3/23/2016

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