Will Low Hemoglobin Level Affect Tummy Tuck?

February 27, 2013
Asked By:sandyrames in Miami, FL

I will have a tummy tuck on 03/22. After testing, I have a 7.9 HGB. The Dr said he can not operate on me unless I bring that up to 11. I started taking Slow Fe Iron 45 mg, and a Vitamin B complex with Folic Acid today. I also bought liver, spinach, lentils, almonds, dried apricots, beets, and other high iron foods. Do you think my levels will increase that soon? Do you recommend I postpone the surgery another month or so and continue with this high iron regimen? I am 42 yrs old, 5'3", and weigh 143 lbs.

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