Question 1

My wife is 26 and we're planning on having kids soon, but her haemoglobin level is pretty low. It went from 7.9 last month to 8.7 now. She's already eating lentils, beans, an apple, milk, groundnuts, and spinach juice every day. Plus, she's on a routine diet of chapatis with veg curry and rice. Do you think her current diet is enough to boost her haemoglobin levels? How long does it usually take to get back to a normal level? Should we consider some injections if diet alone isn't improving things fast enough?

Accepted Answer

Burning Sensation after Urination_

1. _Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)*: The presence of infection in your urine tests suggests a UTI.
2. _Recurring UTI*: The persistence of symptoms for almost a year indicates a recurring UTI.

_Possible Reasons for Persistent Symptoms_

1. _Incomplete treatment*: If the infection is not fully cleared, symptoms can persist.
2. _Antibiotic resistance*: The bacteria may have developed resistance to the antibiotics used to treat the infection.
3. _Underlying medical conditions*: Conditions like diabetes, kidney stones, or an enlarged prostate can increase the risk of UTIs.
4. _Hormonal changes*: Hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle or menopause can affect the urinary tract.

_Alcohol Consumption_

1. _Increased risk*: Alcohol can irritate the bladder and increase the risk of UTIs.

_Next Steps_

1. _Consult a urologist*: Schedule an appointment with a urologist to discuss your symptoms and treatment options.
2. _Comprehensive urine test*: Request a comprehensive urine test, including a urine culture, to identify the underlying cause of the infection.
3. _Imaging tests*: Your doctor may recommend imaging tests, such as a CT scan or ultrasound, to rule out any underlying conditions.
4. _Lifestyle changes*: Make lifestyle changes, such as drinking plenty of water, avoiding alcohol, and practicing good hygiene.

Question 2

I'm curious about what the normal body temperature is. I've been feeling okay, but sometimes my body temp goes slightly above 37C. I've taken the RT-PCR test twice and they both came back negative. My D-dimer and CRP levels were also normal. I also took a dengue test which was negative, but my platelet count was low at 117,000. Could this low platelet count be causing a fever?

Accepted Answer

you take kiwi fruits and papaya.

Question 3

I'm a bit worried because I need to have an operation soon, and my haemoglobin level is only at 9.7. Do you have any advice on how I can raise it quickly?

Accepted Answer

I recommend taking Ferrous Sulfate 325 mg tablets once daily. Additionally, include iron-rich foods in your diet such as red meat, poultry, fish, beans, and dark leafy greens. Vitamin C can also help with iron absorption, so consider taking a Vitamin C supplement or consuming foods high in Vitamin C like citrus fruits, strawberries, and bell peppers. Remember to stay hydrated and get plenty of rest to support your body's recovery and hemoglobin production.

What drink is high in iron?

Beetroot juice, spinach and mint juice, prune juice are some of the drinks with good iron source. Other iron rich foods are jaggery with groundnuts, legumes, paneer, soya, quinoa, pumpkin seeds. You may include vitamin C such as lemons, oranges in diet to increase iron absorption.

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I'm a bit worried because I need to have an operation soon, and my haemoglobin level is only at 9.7. Do you have any advice on how I can raise it quickly?

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