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I am told I have iron deficiency anemia yet my CBC is normal and my iron levels and sat are wnl. I have extreme fatigue. Thoughts? I eat meat, etc. I am on celebrex. No tarry stools. Very remote hx gi bleed ulcer after asa. Should I stop all nsaids including celebrex? My pcp is having me take supplemental iron which I don t understand if my iron levels and binging are wnl. Help!
Wed, 19 Feb 2014
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Saurabh Gupta's Response
Hello, Thanks for your query. Iron deficiency can be due to low intake of iron, or poor absorption of iron. I would advice you take green leafy vegetables, tomato, papaya in food. Also i would advice you to take iron tablet with your doctor's consult. And also take fruit juice. Do not take iron with milk as it prevent its absorption. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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What Causes Iron Deficiency Anemia?
Hello, Thanks for your query. Iron deficiency can be due to low intake of iron, or poor absorption of iron. I would advice you take green leafy vegetables, tomato, papaya in food. Also i would advice you to take iron tablet with your doctor s consult. And also take fruit juice. Do not take iron with milk as it prevent its absorption. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care