Is it possible to raise my hemoglobin from 9.0 to a 12.0 in 4 weeks? My SX is scheduled for April 21st 2016

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I got my lab results on March 23rd, Hemo came back a 9.0. Since then I've been taking Floradix 3 times a day. And Hema-Plex Tablets 3 times a day. My doctor prescribed Ferrous Sulfate 3×day. I'm supposed to take all 3 forms of Iron daily. I'll be retested on April 9th, I'm looking into the Iron Shot as well but is it even possible to happen within this time frame.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello Dear
Thank you for your question, it is my pleasure help you with your concerns.
If
 you are currently taking iron i recommend you eat as healthy as 
possible. Incorporate to your daily meals bell peppers, beetroot, 
cucumber, spinach, liver and proteins. If you have any question contact 
your doctor and also consider in case it doesn't increase change your surgery date because your life and health is the most important. 
Hope this is helpful. Good luck.-

Robert A. Hardesty, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Ms. BigBootyVee,_Hopefully,Thank you for your information and questions. Nothing substitutes for a personal evaluation, a review of your medical history/medications  and a face to face discussion of your options.I would ask your primary care physician and Plastic Surgeon the questions you ask.However here are my comments:1) why is your Hgb so low?2) shouldn't you correct the problem before elective cosmetic surgery?3) what procedure are you having? A big difference between eyelid surgery and a abdominoplasty or BBL...4) it sounds like you are trying all Iron supplements. Anemia can be caused by several other causes then just low iron...I trust you have chosen a Plastic Surgeon who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally a members  of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600

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