- female
- 40 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm really low on B12 and I'm wondering what medications I should be taking. Also, can you tell me what Folcure 5 is used for and if there's any reason I should consider Matilda ForteHosit? I'm just trying to figure out the best way to handle this.
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Dr. Anshul Suggests...
Consult a Haematologist
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