I seem to be perpetually anemic, but my doc does not support my continuing to supplement with iron beyond bringing my lab numbers into the very low end of normal. Experiences, advice? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 12, 2009 - 20 answers

hematologyfilter: Confused about what (and when?) you can determine from a bone marrow tap, & platelet count [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 17, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm currently applying for life insurance, and I'm wondering 1) how likely is it that I'm still anemic after recent blood loss, and 2) if I am, will that increase my life insurance rates? [more inside]
posted by robinpME on Sep 1, 2009 - 5 answers

Anemic cat with poor appetite. Had symptoms of kidney (renal) issues but the numbers are now OK. Still no appetite. Diagnosis? [more inside]
posted by exogenous on Jul 9, 2009 - 12 answers

What does having low blood platelets mean? I went for a check-up a couple weeks ago (it's only a few months before I reach the big 30) with a new doc. The doc I usually go to left my insurance company and the new one I was assigned was booked for months, so I just randomly found one to go to.) I was told everything checked out except my blood platelet count was 119, and that I need to come in and get re-checked. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 15, 2009 - 16 answers

My doctor's office called back with my bloodwork results for anemia and I tried to write down all the information (just for my own curiosity) but I wasn't quite fast enough to get it all. Can someone tell me what part of your blood work a 'normal person has 13-150?' [more inside]
posted by Caravantea on Mar 30, 2009 - 8 answers

How can I incorporate animal protien and supplemental iron in my vegan diet? [more inside]
posted by zenofthefrisbee on Mar 16, 2009 - 30 answers

Anyone have experience with intravenous iron treatments for anemia? [more inside]
posted by missjamielynn on Nov 28, 2008 - 14 answers

I'm severely anemic and bleeding. How do I know when it's time to go to the hospital? [more inside]
posted by Hildegarde on Sep 17, 2008 - 18 answers

Looking for suggestions on how to treat iron deficiency anemia secondary to Crohn's Disease. Problem: Iron supplements make me constipated, and last time it got so bad I wound up in hospital. Any suggestions on how to get iron without getting 'blocked up'? I need to take in a lot of iron -fast- [more inside]
posted by gilsonal on Sep 5, 2008 - 19 answers

Does anemia lead to permanent hair loss? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 17, 2008 - 5 answers

Feline anemia. Our youngish (4 year old) male short-haired domestic began feeling lethargic about a month ago. We took him to the veterinarian yesterday. He had a red-blood-cell count of 8% and was prescribed dioxycycline (to get rid of any possible infections causing the anemia) and prednisone (to suppress the immune system, preventing destruction of the few remaining red blood cells the poor guy has). Questions: Any experiences with feline anemia? Prognoses? Advice? Anything will help! Thanks!
posted by John of Michigan on Mar 28, 2008 - 2 answers

What kind of iron pills can I take that won't upset my stomach? [more inside]
posted by missjamielynn on Mar 23, 2008 - 17 answers

How can I temporarily boost my blood iron levels for the next 24 hours? [more inside]
posted by yarrow on Oct 23, 2007 - 21 answers

Posted for disillusioned: DogAnemiaFilter: (Asking for disillusioned) My dog has a low red & white blood cell count. Expectations? Experiences? Help? [more inside]
posted by twiggy on Mar 8, 2006 - 5 answers

I have a four year old son who simply refuses to eat his meals in a timely fashion. This has been an ongoing problem since he was two years old and we've been trying various approaches, but have mainly been hoping that he grows out of it. But it's at the point that every single meal has become unpleasant because of his refusal to eat. [more inside]
posted by Lactoso on Apr 13, 2005 - 56 answers

My 11 yr old has iron deficient anemia related to colitis. I have been giving him a liquid iron supplement but it makes him feel nauseous. I have also tried pills - same result. I've tried administering multiple small doses - same result. Diet is as iron rich as I can make it. Does anytone have any suggestions as to how to increase his iron intake without this annoying (and uncomfortable) side effect?
posted by Neiltupper on Feb 15, 2005 - 26 answers