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My ferritin level is 1 my hemoglobin is 12.5. should i go to the er?

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No, but see doctor: It is not an emergency, but you do need to see your doctor to ascertain the cause of iron deficiency and device an appropriate treatment. Wish you good health!

Answered 12/27/2019

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