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What's the best option for low iron ?

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Think why?: Iron is an essential component of Haem, the co-factor that allows our red blood cells to carry oxygen. Low iron, think why? Is your diet deficient? your body unable to absorb sufficient? or are you losing greater amounts than your body can replace? In young women medication to limit heavy periods in conjunction with iron rich foods is often sufficient. Iron supplementation is an option, with Vit C

Answered 1/4/2017

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Dr. answered

Low iron : Iron can be replaced in form of iron rich food , oral tablets , liquid iron syrup or iron injection. Intravenous iron infusion into blood vessels raises iron immediately but it carries risk of allergic reaction etc. Mode of replacement can be chosen based on individual preference , medical problems etc . Important thing is to fix the reason for low iron . Please do consult with your doctor ..

Answered 1/3/2017

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