Can malabsorption cause fatigue, malaise, dizziness, and hair loss?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am a 43 year old female. I visited my doctor last week and she said I do not have anemia because my MCV is within normal limits. I have fatigue, malaise, hair loss, shortness of breath on exertion, dizziness, pale skin, and I bruise easily. I have a history of gastric bypass surgery ten years ago.
I have a dual-chamber pacemaker because of severe tachycardia. I also have hypothyroidism, malabsorption secondary to gastric bypass, and heavy menses. I am currently taking Ranitidine and Levothyroxine. I had an iron infusion seven months back but the result did not last long.
Last week my doctor said I am not anemic and that she wants to watch my MCVs, she ordered a B12 injection and wants me to do a repeat CBC (complete blood count).
Does this seem reasonable, or would you say from the trend in my reports that I am anemic, and would benefit from further iron infusions as I am suffering from malabsorption? Kindly suggest.
Thank you.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and can understand your concern.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
- Yes, your doctor is right. You are not anemic.
- Serum ferritin levels are good and MCV (mean corpuscular volume) and MCH (mean corpuscular hemoglobin) are normal suggesting no iron deficiency.
- Yes, your symptoms could be due to malnutrition. A balanced diet and multivitamins along with mineral supplements should be beneficial.
- Everything is good with blood cells and iron levels. Not to worry about this. Try for a balanced diet and further nutritional supplements.
You can always come back and reach me at icliniq.com.
Thank you for consulting me.
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