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Question: Reoccurring iron problem. 6 units of whole blood and 3 iron infusions last year. This month below 6 on my iron lab plus 6 other blood chemistry tests for white and red blood cells all low. Thyroid meds, iron by mouth, B-12. Previous history, Melanoma left calf XXXXXXX level 4, removed, lymphatic leg as a result, clear of that cancer since 1990. Gall bladder removed, kinked bowel 6, repaired. Found hernia in upper stomach opening and diverticulitis. No signs of bleeding anywhere. This month, faint, dizzy, weak. Result hospital and 2 units of whole blood. Problem, widow alone, dealing with handicapped lymphatic left leg broken 4 years ago breaking hip, femur and wrist. Hip and femur still giving me pain, limited to where and what I can do, go, etc. 100 miles from any metro and dealing with rural clinic. Why can't I gain some strength or is it as simple as they say...Age. YYYY@YYYY XXXXXXX XXXX
Brief Answer:
Stop iron loss from your body.
Detailed Answer:
Hi!
You mention having an iron problem for which you have tried every remedy you could find, right? I suggest that we solve this problem. There is a definite iron loss from your body. I can think of parasites, bleeding hemmorhoids and anemic blood disorders here, that are removing the iron out of your body through occult blood loss. I suggest you get scanned for these conditions first. This is a new way of looking at your problem. Instead of ingesting more iron, you must prevent loss of iron.
Your history of past illness does not affect this problem of yours.
Your opinions about this diagnosis are important.
Do get back to me.
Regards,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Stop iron loss from your body.
Detailed Answer:
Hi!
You mention having an iron problem for which you have tried every remedy you could find, right? I suggest that we solve this problem. There is a definite iron loss from your body. I can think of parasites, bleeding hemmorhoids and anemic blood disorders here, that are removing the iron out of your body through occult blood loss. I suggest you get scanned for these conditions first. This is a new way of looking at your problem. Instead of ingesting more iron, you must prevent loss of iron.
Your history of past illness does not affect this problem of yours.
Your opinions about this diagnosis are important.
Do get back to me.
Regards,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
I go in Wed. for follow up blood test. I will ask DO Dr. Osborn about the parasite and loss of iron from other source. I do not have hemorrhoids rids so that will eliminate this. I have traveled extensively out of United States, but always thought I was careful about water, food, etc. What can one do about parasites?? XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
A single Albendazole tablet banishes parasites.
Detailed Answer:
Hi again!
You are right. It's worth the trip to the doctor to rule out, and zero in on the losses of iron and stop them.
It is as simple as taking a single tablet of Albendazole, just once; to eliminate parasites.
Americans tend to suffer from hookworm more frequently, and among all of the parasites, it is the hookworm that leads to blood loss and subsequently iron loss.
You can banish any worries about parasites from your mind now.
Do contact me for any health issues.
Regards,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
A single Albendazole tablet banishes parasites.
Detailed Answer:
Hi again!
You are right. It's worth the trip to the doctor to rule out, and zero in on the losses of iron and stop them.
It is as simple as taking a single tablet of Albendazole, just once; to eliminate parasites.
Americans tend to suffer from hookworm more frequently, and among all of the parasites, it is the hookworm that leads to blood loss and subsequently iron loss.
You can banish any worries about parasites from your mind now.
Do contact me for any health issues.
Regards,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
I thank you for your time and trouble. I shall follow thru with the hookworm medication as I do and always have had pets, work in the garden, etc.
Happy New Year and have a safe one. We have floods, tornados, ice, sleet, snow and 3 earthquakes in 2 days..Hoping Oklahoma isn't becoming "the zone" LOL
Regards XXXXXXX XXXX
YYYY@YYYY
Happy New Year and have a safe one. We have floods, tornados, ice, sleet, snow and 3 earthquakes in 2 days..Hoping Oklahoma isn't becoming "the zone" LOL
Regards XXXXXXX XXXX
YYYY@YYYY
Brief Answer:
Work liberates you. You gain in XXXXXXX through the strength of labor of love.
Detailed Answer:
Dear friend, Hi yet again!
I'm really happy that my advise could practically help you.
On a personal note:
It has been great knowing you as a person.
I really appreciate the way you "keep on going" strong by keeping active physically and mentally. Both of us know that's the best medicine and the surefire tried and tested way to a happy, fulfilling long life.
As for any future medical help which I hope you won't need (I wish you perfect health), you know where to find me.
I remain at your service as always.
Most sincerely,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Work liberates you. You gain in XXXXXXX through the strength of labor of love.
Detailed Answer:
Dear friend, Hi yet again!
I'm really happy that my advise could practically help you.
On a personal note:
It has been great knowing you as a person.
I really appreciate the way you "keep on going" strong by keeping active physically and mentally. Both of us know that's the best medicine and the surefire tried and tested way to a happy, fulfilling long life.
As for any future medical help which I hope you won't need (I wish you perfect health), you know where to find me.
I remain at your service as always.
Most sincerely,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Sonia Raina
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