What is it called when your iron count is low

I was deferred for low iron (hemoglobin) count. How can I increas…?

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Eating a consistent iron-rich diet including foods such as red meat, dark green vegetables and dried fruits, will help increase iron levels. For more information view our flyer on hemoglobin.

Why would someone have a low iron count?

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Samething happened to me. What Dr told me was drinking iced tea with meals can make this worse because the tannic acid in the tea prevents my body from absorbing the iron. Had me drink orange juice (vitamin C) with meals then return for ano…

What Causes Low Iron Count In The Body?

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Iron is a vital component of the red blood cells and helps in the formation of hemoglobin which carries oxygen to the cells in different parts of the body. A low hemoglobin count signifies a low iron count and results in mental and physical…

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What is a normal iron count or percentage for your blood?

Q: I tried to donate blood yesterday and they refused me after performing two tests. She said my iron count was very low. They accept 38 (%?) and higher and mine was 30. She said “you are very low honey” Now I am concerned. I know what foods are rich in iron and I eat them. I also saw on another question on here about iron that drinking tea could block iron absorption. What should my level be and does anyone have experience with this? I am not tired all the time…sometimes I am but not consistently or wher it is a problem. I might take one nap a week during the day I’m off from work. I’m not vegetarian and I eat a variety of foods, although I only red meats maybe 2 times a week. Any suggestions? I will call my doctor this week but I appreciate anyone’s personal experience with this.

A: Yes. I had the exact same problem, and it got very frustrating. I am not sure about percentages, but I know that they are measured on a hemoglobin reader and anything under 12.5 they won’t let you donate. Normal is between 13 and 16, but some people vary. If you donate often, it may be the main reason, and you may just need another week or so to replenish from before.Dark green vegetables and red meet does help. Not only tea, but a any caffeine inhibits the iron, so you might want to stay away from tea and coffee a few days before.After I was rejected twice, I began taking supplementary vitamins, and I have not had the problem since. However, it is not an instantaneous thing, and you need to take it daily for a week or two to actually absorb properly in the blood stream. Don’t take a fast track and take 3 in one day either, because overdosing on iron can kill you.Eat well and continue the selfless act of giving. Best of luck.

2 month old with low blood count… Dr. sais he needs more iron?

Q: So he prescribed drops for me to give him in formula 3 times a day. the problem is he refuses to eat the formula. I was giving him formula and breast beacause I don’t produce enough for him so I had to suppliment, but recently he has not been wanting to eat, that is why dr. checked his blood, and found a low blood count. He said that is why he won’t eat and just sleeps. If he won’t take the formula how can I give him the iron suppliment? I’m calling dr. office right now too….

A: you might be able to put the drops right down his throat. ask the doctor if they need to be diluted in any way and then just use an infant medicine dropper and put it in between this cheek and jaw way in the back and release it – it will go right down. I had to give my infant meds too when he was just a newborn – he didnt even know i put anything down his throat – good luck, i know how frustrating this can be when dealing with such a small baby

A Question about low iron…?

Q: My Dr called me today and told me that my CBC came back low. They told me to take two iron pills a day. What I am wondering is what symptoms you get from low iron besides being tired. I am having really achy legs, arms and back. Is this due to the low iron/low blood count? Thanks 🙂

A: Your achy legs, arms and back are not likely caused by low iron. Check with your dr’s office about prenatal vitamins without iron, since you are taking iron. Your body is using a lot of calcium and you need to make sure you are getting enough calcium and other minerals. Weight gain due to pregnancy can also cause your pains.