thread: Well that explains a lot!

  1. #1

    Jan 2011
    Hunter Valley, NSW
    305

    Well that explains a lot!

    My doc sent me for some bloods (not sure if they were routine or not). It came back that I have low iron levels. I need to ring him back tomorrow to discuss but just googling it I found the following:

    What Are the Symptoms of Anemia During Pregnancy?

    If your pregnancy anemia is mild, you may not notice symptoms. In moderate to severe anemia, you may experience some of the following:

    * Excessive fatigue and weakness
    * Pale complexion
    * Shortness of breath
    * Heart palpitations
    * Dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting spells

    That would explain all the things I have been feeling! I thought I was just exhausted because I was pregnant and have a toddler. Hopefully doc will prescribe something and I will start feeling better!

  2. #2
    Registered User

    Nov 2008
    in the ning nang nong
    12,163

    I'm glad you have an answer, and something specific you can (hopefully!) improve, so that you feel better.


  3. #3
    Registered User

    Jul 2010
    Canberra
    1,788

    Nel, great that you know what's been going on! You won't know yourself once you're on iron supplements, should feel heaps better.

  4. #4
    Registered User

    Oct 2007
    Caroline Springs
    2,341

    Don't forget to adjust your diet once you are on iron supplements as they can cause nasty constipation