About 2 yrs ago now in summer time found out i was anemic after allergic reaction to olives. I know from reading pica (i crunch ice and chew straw) is a bad sign been cuation against sumplments but it seem lately seems like always have ice or straw in my mouth. just wondering why one would be warned against suplements?

About 2 yrs ago now in summer time found out i was anemic after allergic reaction to olives. I know from reading pica (i crunch ice and chew ice) is a bad sign been cuation against sumplments but it seem lately seems like always have ice or straw in my mouth. just wondering why one would be warned against suplements?

I don't know why you would be warned against supplements. In fact, it's very dangerous NOT to treat anemia. The first thing you do is go on supplements. Now, supplements can make you feel bad--mainly in the digestive areas. But you can work around that by trying different brands, different doses, etc.

You really need to work on getting rid of the anemia as it can damage your body in many ways. Get some iron pronto!!!

They say not to begin supplements until you have had a blood test to be sure that you need the iron. Maybe this is what you mean? FLFLOWERGIRL:)

Thanks all for replys. was not expecting to be responed to so quickly. hmmm well guess gotta get self in and make doctors listen and do somethin. I hope that nothin horrid happens cuz they refuse to do somthin in first place oh well we will have to see what happens

Just get a complete blood count and you will know if you are anemic or not. Be sure not to put it off. Good luck to you. FLFLOWERGIRL:)

Just get a complete blood count and you will know if your are anemic or not. Be sure not to put it off. Good luck to you. FLFLOWERGIRL:)

whats a blood count and was told was anemic but sadly sence have moved states will need to start all over again oh well.

A complete blood count is a Hematology report on your blood. It is a standard blood test to look at your blood profile. The complete blood count is also known as (CBC) in short.

This report tells your (HGB) Hemoglobin, (HCT) Hematocrit, and (RBC) Red Blood Cells, plus much more. When the HGB and HCT are below the range on the chart, the doctor determines that you are currently anemic. It also tells them HOW MUCH iron supplement you should be on.

Even if your doctor has moved, any doctor can give you this test, its simple. But you need to get on iron supplements and a multi-vitamin right away if you are anemic, so see a doctor soon. FLFLOWERGIRL:)