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Should i take iron pills if my iron is 9.4 ?!? does that mean im anemic ?!? can i die from it ?!?

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Dr. Aasim Sehbai answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Anemia : I think you should take iron supplements, a multivitamin and a vitamin c. You won't die from anemia but by addressing it, you will feel a whole lot better.

Answered 4/10/2013

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