Anemia

Ferrous Sulfate. Take 325mg twice a day. Well, that's at least what I'm doing. I have low-iron anemia and that's what my endocrinologist put me on. She said it takes about 6 months for iron levels to fully recover.

Then again, things may be different in your case, especially depending on your bloodwork. I recommend you get an endocrinologist if you haven't already.

Why didn't the doc write a prescription for an iron supplement?

I found it interesting that runners can suffer from iron deficiency due to crushing red blood cells in their feet.

Hit a supplement but maybe also switch to baby spinach for your salads for a while.

You need a colonoscopy

I was slightly anemic for a couple of years. Getting on TRT fixed it.

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Are you Italian descent? Make sure to get tested for thalassemia minor if so. Iron supplements can be really bad for you if you have thalassemia.

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+1

I have this, and was specifically cautioned against iron supplements. The doctor suggested folic acid instead.

Not really, I just use it as a crutch if I don't want to do something on my wife's honey-do list

I haven't had blood work done since starting folic acid but I'll set up my yearly PCP appointment soon to check hemoglobin and RBC.

You sound like an awesome cook.