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My father was recently diagnosed with MDS and has a very high level of iron but also his hematocrit is very low.What should his nutrion be?
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He needs further tests (iron profile test), or the blood work may show the folate acid and vitamin B12 levels which may be causing the low hemocrat which you need for proper treatment and diet.



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