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Iron deficiency anaemia for beginners

Dr Hawson Haematological Conditions July 18, 2018February 27, 2019anaemia, anemia, blood loss, iron

My doctor says my iron is low and I need iron tablets Why is that? Do I really need them? Iron deficiency (not enough iron in the body) is one of the most common causes of anaemia worldwide and the

I am registered as a Medical Oncologist, Clinical Haematologist and Palliative Care Physician, and have over 40 years medical experience including as Director of Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care at large public hospitals in Brisbane, Redcliffe and the Sunshine Coast, as well as in private practice. In 2008 I was awarded Eminent Specialist by Queensland Health and have been an Associate Professor with the University of Queensland since 1993. I have treated a broad range of cancers, including of the breast, bowel, lung, pancreas, prostate and liver. I have contributed to research trials on the most effective cancer treatments, and helped train many cancer specialists. I am particularly interested in mind body wellness and offer medical hypnosis for cancer-related symptoms such as pain and nausea and hot flushes in chemotherapy-induced menopause.