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  • Male
  • 30 Years
  • 11/05/2023

Can I take an iron supplement if I have haemoglobin 6g/dl?

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Dr. Dr Vasanthasree Nair

Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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  • MBBS
  • 15+ Yrs
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Yes, you can take iron supplements if your hemoglobin levels are 6. However, consider investigating why your levels are low with a blood test.

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