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Asking for Self, Female, 23 years old, Karachi
Hi I wish to share my case with you and request your sincere advice in this regard.
Age: 23 years Weight: 5 ft 1 inch Height: 42 kg City: Karachi Pregnancy Week: 34th
Thalassemia Minor (Report is attached)
Hemoglobin at the begining of pregnancy: 10.4 Date: 03-July-2021
Now the hemoglobin: 8.2 Date: 05-Dec-2021
Serum Ferritin : 11.32 Date: 06-Dec-2021 Reports are attached.
Previous ultrasound report and physical inspection by gynecologist suggest that the baby is in breech position. (Fresh ultrasound yet to be made). The doctor is suggesting c-section.
Is 8.2 okay for c-section?
How to maintain hemoglobin?
Which should be priortize? a) Complete bed rest to avoid any exertion b) Iron rich food c) Dietary Supplements d) Iron Infusion e) Blood Transfusion