Suggest treatment for low hemoglobin and ferritin level
Patient: I am a female of age 48. I am suffering from low Hb level i.e. 3.3. Ferritin level is 1.4 whose range is 10-120.I have pain in my teeth and mouth. my hands and feet swell by even walking a few steps. I have become quite weak. eyesight is also affected.How can I bring my Hb and ferritin level to normal? Doctor: Hi,After looking at your lab reports, I am wondering why you are not admitted to hospital..Severe anemia has led to cardiac failure leading to limb edema.You need a red cell packed cell transfusion to improve your hemoglobin at the earliest.Later on injectable iron can be used and iron tablets can be taken at a later stage. Other vitamins also needs to be added to improve hemoglobin levels. Any further queries, happy to help again.