How long should someone take iron supplements for severe anemia and abnormal uterine lining?

Question

Hello doctor,

My partner has severe anemia and does not have the lining to carry or conceive a child. She was prescribed iron supplements several months ago, but she was curious how long she would take them before she could conceive a child.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and can understand your concern.

Since how long has she had anemia, and do you have any reports? It is better to have a recent one. The kind or type of anemia also matters because the treatment and management differ according to the type.

If she has severe anemia, she can have a blood product transfusion to have an immediate effect. However, if management and treatment are needed too frequently and recurrently, it is better to have them under the guidance of a physician.

I suggest the following to improve her chances of conceiving.

1. Folic acid regularly, 5 mg daily. However, please consult a physician, discuss with them, and start taking the medications with their consent.

2. A strict check on any health issue and need to have recurrent checkups and treatment.

3. Sex in the fertile period of the cycle.

4. A healthy diet with carrots, apple juice, and lots of spinach.

5. Mild exercise or walking daily.

Hope this helps.

Thank you and take care.