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Is a ferritin level of 7 bad?

Is a ferritin level of 7 bad?

Yes, a ferritin level of 7 is low and you are recommended to consult a doctor to know the right ways to treat iron deficiencies.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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What are the symptoms of high or low ferritin levels?

The symptoms of high and low ferritin levels are different from each other. Low levels of ferritin include fatigue, dizziness, and headache. High levels of ferritin may include heart palpitations and rapid heart beats.

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What does an extremely high ferritin level mean?

An extremely high ferritin level could indicate that you have a condition that causes your body to store too much iron.

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Is a ferritin level of 5.5 ng/ml bad?

Low ferritin levels are anything ranging for men <40 ng/mL. For women: <12 ng/mL.

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Why are my ferritin levels low?

The ferritin levels are usually low due to a poor diet or a diet that lacks iron. However, chrons disease and other underlying medical conditions can also result in low ferritin levels. If you have low ferritin levels then you are recommended to take a diet rich in spinach, and fruits such as bananas and pomegranate.

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How can I increase my ferritin?

You can increase your ferritin levels without affecting your iron by consuming more copper-rich foods, like shellfish, liver meat, fatty fish, oysters, spirulina, mushrooms, shrimps, and dark chocolate.

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