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How is iron deficiency anaemia managed?
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How is iron deficiency anaemia managed?

To manage iron deficiency anaemia, the cause firstly needs to be found. Dr Ganan tells us that after this, the first line of management is usually tablets which could then be followed up by intravenous iron.

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Iron deficiency anaemia is a complex topic. Again, we need to investigate why it's happening to yourself. But in terms of management and treatment, the first line treatment is always tablets and we may or may not top that up with intravenous iron if you would benefit from that but again we will talk to you about all of the benefits and risks of any treatment that you need to have.

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