Iron Infusion - why is it needed and what are the risks. Will iron infusion help with my fatigue?

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  • Опубликовано: 17 янв 2025

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  • @zoinks8958
    @zoinks8958 2 года назад +156

    I watched this video before my iron infusions and now that I've gotten 4, I just wanna share my experience for those nervous about it. It's as painful as getting an IV (so not bad at all imo). My side effects were dizziness and body aches. I was also really tired for a couple hours afterwards but recovered and felt normal quickly. Id recommend having someone drive you home the first session just in case you get dizziness or something else that might inhibit your driving. Honestly my anxiety about it was way worse than the actual infusion. You can do it guys! Just bring music or a book or something to do while you wait and you'll be okay

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 2 года назад +6

      Exact symptoms that I had for 2 days. I couldn’t have driven home. In fact I slept for 15 hours the first day. All that has gone by the 3rd and 4th day. Xx

    • @jarvickh2326
      @jarvickh2326 2 года назад +2

      Thanks

    • @nathalieduverna6963
      @nathalieduverna6963 2 года назад +8

      Thank you. I just listened to a doctor and it scared me. He said the after affects were worse than having low iron

    • @alaesha7480
      @alaesha7480 2 года назад +1

      I thought so!

    • @Amatullah.574
      @Amatullah.574 Год назад +6

      Thanks. But I wish people would talk about the long term affects of infusions. Not good. No one talks about it

  • @lillyshaw9439
    @lillyshaw9439 2 года назад +52

    Thank you for this informative video. I had my iron infusion 36 hours ago, and feel awful right now. But I know it will pass. My symptoms of iron deficiency anemia were fatigue, brain fog, couldn’t concentrate, breathless on exertion, tongue swelling, restless legs and arms, constantly getting sick…
    It can only get better. Thank you doctor.

    • @MelRunsThings
      @MelRunsThings 2 года назад

      Hi, Do you mind if I ask if you had any autoimmune, Thyroid issues?

    • @blairmackenzie898
      @blairmackenzie898 2 года назад +2

      How are you doing now?

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 Год назад

      @@MelRunsThings sorry for the late reply, I did have inflammation markers but they couldn't find definite autoimmune disorder.
      I have problems with extremely dry mouth and eyes and tongue swelling - the iron and vitamin symptoms helped so much.
      I haven't investigated further.
      In the UK, the GP does TSH for thyroid unless you pay for other tests.

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 Год назад +7

      @@blairmackenzie898 sorry for late reply.i feel so much better. I can actually run twice a week now and get up in the morning.
      Thank you for asking.

    • @pamelaliegh
      @pamelaliegh Год назад

      May I ask how long it took for you to ‘feel it’. I had my first infusion 24hrs ago.

  • @LK-bz9sk
    @LK-bz9sk Год назад +15

    The advice to take oral iron ever second day is something doctors and nurses here in the USA have never told me about. Going to go to every second day. Thanks so much Doctor.

    • @awesomegirls10
      @awesomegirls10 Год назад +1

      Same here! They're talking about iron infusions already since I've been on oral iron for almost 5 months with no change in my actual iron levels or TSAT. I stopped taking it entirely because I had a feeling of "What's the point since it isn't working anyway?" With this news, I'm also gonna try picking it up every other day and see what happens!

    • @sonofhibbs4425
      @sonofhibbs4425 11 месяцев назад

      @@awesomegirls10 please let us know how it goes.

    • @monicasalmon5179
      @monicasalmon5179 4 месяца назад +1

      After years of taking different iron suppliments Ive gotten an infusion today... at my appointment prior to the infusion he told me that it is found to be most effective to take iron every other day... 🇨🇦

  • @theresasmith1
    @theresasmith1 Год назад +8

    My level is 6 . Been going on since last June taking iron daily 350mg . My IV was half dose Venefer . It was weird my first one . No pain for IV . I thought she gave me Benadryl as felt groggy. Nope no Benadryl . Next day I was hyper like fright and very talkative . 3rd day crashed . 4th day hyper again but didn’t accomplish anything . 5th I’m so darn tired and in bed all day. I hope it’s my last when I have my bloodwork in a month . This has been going on for over 6 years and finally find out it’s from taking Nexium and Magnesium since 2005 . Going off of Nexium isn’t fun as causes worse stomach acids and don’t recommend ever taking it for stomach issues. Keep you posted and hope I’m not immune to absorb iron from Nexium.

  • @linaa2711
    @linaa2711 2 года назад +31

    Going on my third infusion with venofer due to fibroids and only good results for me so far. I felt fine after receiving the two infusions. No immediate side effects. I did have some muscle aches intermittently between the two sessions but my energy level has increased by at least 50%.

    • @mobilemodular5725
      @mobilemodular5725 Год назад +1

      Same here! I started with venefer which I had no reaction to, then switched to injectefer. I didn't notice any difference but the energy levels are booming. I feel like a real boy again lol.
      Now to get the blood levels up.

  • @maddieb2763
    @maddieb2763 11 месяцев назад +7

    I got a Ferinject iron infusion 3 weeks ago. No side effects, no allergic reaction, no stains... nothing. I feel better, not as tired as I was and my mood has improved. Not as irritable as I used to be (after finding out I had had low ferritin for almost 10 years but last year was really low, among others, like iron in blood, etc).

    • @TheMisswhite78
      @TheMisswhite78 11 месяцев назад

      How low is your ferritin level..mine is 8

    • @maddieb2763
      @maddieb2763 11 месяцев назад

      @@TheMisswhite78 Mine was 6 and sometimes 4,5. Now, after the iron infusion I had 5 or 6 weeks ago, I don't know. I am having a blood test next week so I will see the levels.

    • @HShravzP
      @HShravzP 8 месяцев назад

      Did you lose any hair as your iron was low for long time ??

    • @yangloo1989
      @yangloo1989 6 месяцев назад +2

      @@HShravzPhi i was 7 and i almost went bald. Just got my first infusion today.

    • @HShravzP
      @HShravzP 6 месяцев назад

      @@yangloo1989 ahh okay. I also am experiencing hair loss. With taking iron supplements, it is getting better though.

  • @jennifersimmons9930
    @jennifersimmons9930 2 года назад +4

    Very important information I just put my headphones on try to redo it but fix the volume for those who couldn't hear this information like myself

  • @patriciacardoso6786
    @patriciacardoso6786 3 года назад +6

    Thanks for your concise and informative video.

  • @yvettegarcia2497
    @yvettegarcia2497 4 года назад +40

    Thanks for this; I start mine next week. No one discussed any details with me, so this was helpful. However, now I’m super nervous! Lol
    🥺

    • @carascottvo
      @carascottvo 3 года назад +4

      How did you do?

    • @yvettegarcia2497
      @yvettegarcia2497 3 года назад +4

      @@carascottvo got 3 sessions in Jan and now I’m back for a new set. This time it’s making me very tired and I’m getting horrible lower back spasms and bloating. Also, iron has to be infused very slow or I end up with bad chest tightness

    • @carascottvo
      @carascottvo 3 года назад +6

      @@yvettegarcia2497 Thinking of you and sending healing thoughts! It's so much more complicated than, "Just get an iron infusion." Any procedure can be nerve-wracking and disruptive!

    • @yvettegarcia2497
      @yvettegarcia2497 3 года назад +2

      @@carascottvo thank you so much sweetie!! I appreciate that! ❤️🙏🏽

    • @faizashakur2348
      @faizashakur2348 2 года назад +2

      @@yvettegarcia2497 have you noticed any changes. Do feel better ?

  • @creneemugo94
    @creneemugo94 Год назад +7

    Looks like a great video but the sound is way too low.

  • @dianaandrade7229
    @dianaandrade7229 7 месяцев назад +2

    Great video, very insightful. ❤❤❤I am about to get three iron infusion once a week for 3 weeks. Thank you so much for it.

  • @epicgoddess920
    @epicgoddess920 2 года назад +7

    So interesting. They served me tea at the infusion center..smh. I had my first of a series of 5 iron infusions last week. I actually felt good directly afterwards but got groggy by the end of the day. The next day I felt TERRIBLE. I was walking slower and had aches so bad...and a HEADACHE. since my infusion I also cannot sleep more than 4 hours a night as opposed to 8. I do notice leS Brain fog...and more clarity...but it's been 3 days and my body is still aching.

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 Год назад

      @Penny tjats pretty normal. Mine lasted three days. Don't be scared Penny.

    • @ghayahyousef1649
      @ghayahyousef1649 Год назад

      how is it

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 Год назад

      Yes, how are you now? Mine really helped me.

    • @Jade-sz9bo
      @Jade-sz9bo Год назад +1

      I had an infusion 3 days ago I have bad body aches.

    • @ghayahyousef1649
      @ghayahyousef1649 Год назад

      @@Jade-sz9bo I got it a month ago , I got a fever for 2 days and hot and cold flashes my stomach was hurting as well

  • @Miguelmpda
    @Miguelmpda 2 года назад +14

    I take infusion of iron, a year ago and my anxiety gets much beter. No side efects
    Very good

  • @edithescapita1053
    @edithescapita1053 4 месяца назад +1

    Thank you Doctor you answered all of my questions with this video, I was looking for information on this procedure because unfortunately I need the Iron infusions due to my body not absorbing enough iron to keep my hemoglobin numbers up and I was wondering if it was as bad as the potassium infusions I get but it seems that at least I won’t be in terrible pain while the infusions is going 🙏🏻❤️ thank you again.

  • @GurpreetKaur-cm8zh
    @GurpreetKaur-cm8zh 10 месяцев назад +2

    My iron is only 3 . I am going for my iron infusion this week

    • @lovelybones6891
      @lovelybones6891 10 месяцев назад

      How was it

    • @chixbleau7321
      @chixbleau7321 8 месяцев назад

      How are you doing?

    • @tas9443
      @tas9443 7 месяцев назад

      3 is really low!! How did you survive it?

    • @nikkizee2282
      @nikkizee2282 6 месяцев назад

      How was it, mine is also 3

    • @shwetachandra7136
      @shwetachandra7136 3 месяца назад

      ​@@tas9443mine was also 3 ..i got blood transfusion immediately and iron infusions too

  • @queen-servant-of-allah2822
    @queen-servant-of-allah2822 8 дней назад

    Excellent video thank u for sharing 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽🥰🥰🥰❤️♥️❤️

  • @koolkat8595
    @koolkat8595 3 года назад +3

    Thanks doc. Great info 👍

  • @docvavandnasoni
    @docvavandnasoni 3 года назад +32

    Volume is very poor man

  • @laurareid3151
    @laurareid3151 4 года назад +2

    Very helpful! Great video

  • @nimraa2115
    @nimraa2115 2 года назад +6

    Does having an infusion cause weight gain

  • @Sibongile0208
    @Sibongile0208 2 года назад +25

    I've always battled with low iron levels I'm due to do the procedure tomorrow, Wednesday, 23 March 2022. Just out of curiosity, is there any link between low iron levels and lack of concentration or feeling confused? I suspect there is.

    • @ancanitulescu46
      @ancanitulescu46 2 года назад +8

      Yes, it is certainly a common symptom. I often get brain fog when iron levels are low. I hope your infusion goes well and that you feel better soon.

    • @Sibongile0208
      @Sibongile0208 2 года назад +8

      @@ancanitulescu46 I did the infusion earlier today, and all went well. I can't wait for the energy surge, apparently in 24 hours!

    • @petitdon
      @petitdon 2 года назад +2

      Very possible. But u should see a neurologist to rule out any other causes of your confusion.

    • @Mlleekomi
      @Mlleekomi 2 года назад

      Absolutely it’s one of the most common symptoms of anemia I’m feeling so confused Lately bc of low iron

    • @elysetwichell9974
      @elysetwichell9974 2 года назад

      Definitely

  • @janisdawnyoung64
    @janisdawnyoung64 4 месяца назад +1

    I am at 5.4 and exhausted. Waiting for my referral from my PCP to the specialist. :)

  • @jesusruth
    @jesusruth 4 месяца назад +3

    I watched this video as we are now going through a horrible time. My 33 yrs old friend is now in the hospital with brain death as a result of heart attack after the iron iv 💔

    • @SpiritsAndDemons
      @SpiritsAndDemons 4 месяца назад +2

      Oh God. I am sorry!! Now I am scared. I have my first infusion Monday.

    • @janeify8329
      @janeify8329 Месяц назад +1

      What ? You can die from this ?

    • @SpiritsAndDemons
      @SpiritsAndDemons Месяц назад +2

      Maybe in very rare cases. I had mine 2 months ago. I went in, they gave me an antihistamine "in case if a minor allergy" and a tylonol... Then the iron started. 2 hours after the infusion was finished, I was BACK! I haven't felt this good in years. I was scared. Not now.

    • @janeify8329
      @janeify8329 Месяц назад +1

      @@SpiritsAndDemons thanks for this , but how come it caused her friend a heart attack ? Why would something that should make you feel better kill . I’m scared to get one now .

    • @SpiritsAndDemons
      @SpiritsAndDemons Месяц назад +2

      @janeify8329 Everyone is different. Maybe this person had many other health problems. A knee transplant killed my mother. That story would scare many away from that, too.

  • @donnasmith1268
    @donnasmith1268 3 года назад +3

    Wow just had a lightbulb moment

  • @lornafarrelly7797
    @lornafarrelly7797 Год назад +2

    I was feeling really terrible for 6 or 7 days after my first infusion. Aching bones etc.

    • @lornafarrelly7797
      @lornafarrelly7797 11 месяцев назад

      So much better. My ferratin levels were 250 last blood test but I am waiting on most recent results as I am feeling quite run down again

    • @TheMisswhite78
      @TheMisswhite78 10 месяцев назад

      @@lornafarrelly7797 does your skin color not turn dark after iron infusion?

    • @oliviadsouza9752
      @oliviadsouza9752 8 месяцев назад +1

      @lornafarrelly7797 thank you for this. It is now day 5 of my first iron infusion and I'm still having side effects; dizziness, fatigue, headache, achy bones and muscles. I have been a bit concerned about this because it doesn't seem that things have shifted. Hopefully I will feel better in a couple of days. I hope that you have figured out the cause of your symptoms so that you don't have to continue with the iron infusions. My ferritin level was 5. I am hoping that it goes up and stays up!

    • @anaromalacorona5594
      @anaromalacorona5594 2 месяца назад

      @@lornafarrelly7797any updates how is your ferrittin

    • @michaelacardinalmc
      @michaelacardinalmc Месяц назад

      ​@@oliviadsouza9752how are you doing now?

  • @captaindeo9594
    @captaindeo9594 3 года назад

    Thank you got one todau!

  • @sharifahtwaha4572
    @sharifahtwaha4572 2 месяца назад

    If you was my teacher I would fall asleep every time you teach

  • @CanadaCasper
    @CanadaCasper 3 года назад +15

    You missed number 4 reason which is why I needed an infusion - Microcytic anemia from inflammation / chronic disease. Slightly low serum ferritin, and extremely low serum iron.

    • @Aimee03110
      @Aimee03110 10 месяцев назад

      What were your numbers for your low serum iron

    • @CanadaCasper
      @CanadaCasper 10 месяцев назад

      ​​@@Aimee03110it's a combination of my levels for serum iron, transferrin transferrin saturation , TIBC (total iron binding capacity) and ferritin, with consideration on the levels of my platelet count, MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW, Hemoglobin, WBC and CRP. I have anemia of inflammation so its quite complex at times.

  • @Turnt_up_with_the_Turners
    @Turnt_up_with_the_Turners 3 года назад +15

    I wanna get it but I wanna still crave for my ice lol

    • @supernova2897
      @supernova2897 2 года назад +2

      I wish my pic wanted ice...I want paper..old books....eeeew try going to that loo after that meal lool

    • @alyshaburrows2513
      @alyshaburrows2513 2 года назад +1

      Me too lol. I love eating ice

    • @Mlleekomi
      @Mlleekomi 2 года назад +1

      I get delighted in caves and unfinished construction/basements 🤩 just the smell of them make me crazy lol

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 2 года назад +1

      Oh I had that so bad. That’s a sign that your iron is deficiency is really low. I recommend the iron infusion. You won’t miss the ice as you won’t want it anymore. 🤗

    • @reeee761
      @reeee761 Год назад

      ❤❤❤❤❤ I’m going to be getting an infusion and I’m excited about having my energy back. 🎉🎉🎉 I’m grateful for this video and explaining the risks because my doctor said there are no side effects but I knew there had to be some possible side effects.

  • @beastybeauty7014
    @beastybeauty7014 2 года назад +3

    Which medicines interfere with iron absorption?

    • @Nika-xh1fc
      @Nika-xh1fc 2 года назад +2

      I know I’m not the doctor, but I know that PPI for acid reflux and other antacids can effect iron absorption. Also foods high in fiber, such as oatmeal. Other things such as caffeine, chocolate can effect iron absorption as well. That’s why they suggest separating the time btw when you take iron & when you eat other foods and take certain medications.
      Also, try taking orange juice or chewable vitamin C with your iron, it helps it to absorb better

    • @Anna-zg7lp
      @Anna-zg7lp 2 года назад +1

      @@Nika-xh1fc hello, could severe anemia (ferritin 4.5) be caused by
      intake of 500 mg of Aspirin every 26 days?

    • @Nika-xh1fc
      @Nika-xh1fc 2 года назад

      @@Anna-zg7lp too much aspirin can cause your stomach to bleed/ulcers. You should check with your doctor especially a gastrologist to make sure you’re not bleeding from the stomach or anywhere else.

    • @Nika-xh1fc
      @Nika-xh1fc 2 года назад

      Are you supplementing with iron?

    • @Anna-zg7lp
      @Anna-zg7lp 2 года назад

      @@Nika-xh1fc thank you! I have been supplementing with iron for a year, but my ferritin level only dropped from 18 to 4.5. Also I had severe constipation while taking tablets. So hematologic proscribed me an infusion of Monofer - 800 mg. I should have it tomorrow. But I don't know what is the cause of my anemia. Yes, I will have stool test check for blood. But I had gastroscopy previously, and they found nothing expect high acid level.

  • @mssn3166
    @mssn3166 Год назад +1

    The volume is too low for me to understand the video. Are the iron infused from natural iron?

  • @DNB7227
    @DNB7227 3 года назад +6

    I'm scheduled to have it done due to fibroids which causes heavy periods. The plan is to have partial hysterectomy but my count is 6.4 and doctor won't do surgery until my count is up. I'm nervous about the side effects of the infusion. Definitely don't want a permanent scare.

    • @menchiequinal8794
      @menchiequinal8794 3 года назад +1

      same case. had my iron infusion yesterday to bring my rbc, hemoglobin, hematocrit to normal levels..i’m planning to have my hysterectomy next month either laparoscopic procedure or robotics

    • @Amatullah.574
      @Amatullah.574 3 года назад +2

      How did it go dear?

    • @DNB7227
      @DNB7227 3 года назад +13

      @@Amatullah.574 The infusion changed my life..Once my iron level went up honestly I felt like a new person. 1st thing I noticed is my energy level increased significantly.

    • @margmak6234
      @margmak6234 2 года назад +8

      @@DNB7227 that's what I need....right now my life is called exhaustion....

    • @diamondsandlipgloss
      @diamondsandlipgloss 2 года назад +1

      @@DNB7227 very helpful..I'm schedule in 2wks did to uterine fibroids

  • @fortheloveofmoon
    @fortheloveofmoon 3 года назад +12

    I had two iron infusions a week apart a month ago . It did nothing but make me feel exhausted. No noticeable improvement.

    • @donitamontgomery5786
      @donitamontgomery5786 2 года назад

      Good afternoon I had mine yesterday the first session and I’m super exhausted.. I had an headache and I’m nauseous.. Did you get a 3 session

    • @djrn1621
      @djrn1621 2 года назад +2

      how are you feeling now? please update

    • @donitamontgomery5786
      @donitamontgomery5786 Год назад

      @Penny I been taking the natural supplements and it’s a little better but my body really rejects the liquid iron..

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 Год назад +2

      @@donitamontgomery5786 my doc told be my folic acid was 2 which is the lowest. He. Explained unless the levels of that weren't higher, the iron infusion wouldn't be effective.
      So I had to supplement that before iron infusion. Plus he injected Vit D, B12 and other vitamins.
      Did you have another low vitamins?

    • @patjackson1461
      @patjackson1461 Год назад

      ​@@donitamontgomery5786 on

  • @daniellerenee2306
    @daniellerenee2306 2 года назад +4

    I've gotten 6 treatments, One treatment once a week.
    My RBC count is high , while My MCV and MCH is very low . I'm on month 2 now without treatment.
    What would cause this?

  • @saltlifegull4091
    @saltlifegull4091 Год назад

    Outstanding! Thanks:))

  • @MelRunsThings
    @MelRunsThings 2 года назад +2

    Great video, thank you. I just put the link to why 1 &1/2 to 2 days after my infusion, I felt like I had a head cold & body aches (more so than normal). Something the doc or nurse didn't tell me about. It's been a week now & I'm starting to feel a bit better, slightly more energy. But now, worse sleep than before, thought it couldnt get more worse (used to wake up more tired, now bad), insomnia has gotten worse 🤔

    • @epicgoddess920
      @epicgoddess920 2 года назад +2

      I can't sleep either. Omg

    • @MelRunsThings
      @MelRunsThings 2 года назад +3

      @epicgoddess920 glad it's nit just me. Had a follow up blood test yesterday to see if iron levels have improved. Fingers are cross it made a difference. But I'm still constantly tired, so not holding my breath

    • @epicgoddess920
      @epicgoddess920 2 года назад +2

      @livingpure9137 I've been In bed all morning. I've only had one infusion....but I have 4 more to go. This is bad.

    • @MelRunsThings
      @MelRunsThings 2 года назад +2

      @epicgoddess920 oh gosh ( sorry for my late response). I hope you are feeling better. I had my blood test & my Iron has improved, but into acceptable range, but I'm still tired. My doc doesn't seen to care though. She just sees good numbers.

    • @MelRunsThings
      @MelRunsThings 2 года назад +1

      @epicgoddess920 I hope you have had another infusion now & and hopefully, you start feeling somewhat better. I don't really know of any alternatives if you are not improving.

  • @RiseUp2024
    @RiseUp2024 7 месяцев назад

    Just curious, are iron tranfusion safe? What are the ingredients? Is there mercury, lead those type of things..

  • @fghd535
    @fghd535 2 года назад +2

    With ferinject 500 mg infusion, i got bad joint and muscle pains. I am in 1 week after and knee pain is too bad, how long could it lasts doctor?

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 2 года назад +1

      I had joint and what felt like bone pain for 2 days and it passed. Are you ok now?

  • @vivianmoreland797
    @vivianmoreland797 2 года назад +2

    Between the iron infusion there was a blood transfusion with no complications.

  • @sazzlepop321
    @sazzlepop321 Год назад +1

    Mine was done in 15 mins after the test dose 😮 my vein was very large that was why! 32 weeks pregnant. Hoping I don’t feel unwell.

  • @SumanAmbre-oo3mk
    @SumanAmbre-oo3mk Год назад

    Is it necessary to take consent before Iron Infusion

  • @GurpreetKaur-cm8zh
    @GurpreetKaur-cm8zh 10 месяцев назад

    Can anyone guid me how it feels like and what will happen after. Do i take breakfast and go or go fasting

  • @thecornejofamily0996
    @thecornejofamily0996 2 года назад +1

    I’m nervous 😬 i start my next month

  • @avenger6944
    @avenger6944 2 года назад +1

    My feritin level is now 13. I've had whipple surgery in 2011 and this is now the 2nd time my feritin level has crashed...

  • @motherofanangel2291
    @motherofanangel2291 2 года назад +1

    Hello dr if I took one intravenous iron and I can go back to the iron pills or must to end the whole treatment or they can work together both pills and intravenous iron I hope you can see my comment and answer thank you God bless you.

  • @cihanaydemir5895
    @cihanaydemir5895 11 месяцев назад +1

    My hgb is 7.6 and ferritin 17 due to heavy periods and breakthrough bleeding from mirena coil. They recommended me ferrinject infusion as the oral iron pills can't keep up with the ongoing blood loss. Do you also suggest that at this level of hgb, an iron infusion should be given to correct the low hgb and iron? Thanks

    • @h.neubert8770
      @h.neubert8770 8 месяцев назад

      they gave you a contraceptive and you got a breakthrough bleeding? That sounds like malpractice tbh
      To answer your question- I am not a doctor, I am patient with low ferritin and I will receive an infusion. Dont know about the hgb, but google said this:
      Hemoglobin levels of 6.5-7.9 g/dL can cause severe anemia, and levels below 6.5 g/dL can be life threatening.
      For me, my storage iron )ferritin) is empty while the over values are ok.
      I think you could consider; get an infuion through a hematalogist, have hemeiron supplement every second day, and possibly find a new doctor, document and treat the injuries and sue the doctor who caused internal bleeding.
      Much heeling to you

    • @h.neubert8770
      @h.neubert8770 8 месяцев назад

      *healing

  • @kaylaalley9664
    @kaylaalley9664 6 месяцев назад

    Hello. I am getting a 4 1/2 hour infusion tomorrow and they did not say anything about driving after. Should I bring an anti nausea medicine?

  • @fionamurphy2653
    @fionamurphy2653 3 года назад +7

    Had my infusion 2 days ago due to very low iron in pregnancy hope this works!

    • @LionQueen2k15
      @LionQueen2k15 3 года назад

      Did it stain your arm

    • @fionamurphy2653
      @fionamurphy2653 3 года назад

      @@LionQueen2k15 not at all no

    • @ashleystarr2614
      @ashleystarr2614 3 года назад +1

      Any side effects?

    • @fionamurphy2653
      @fionamurphy2653 3 года назад

      On my first infusion i felt very tired after it an then had to have a second infusion a month later an felt shortness of breath with slight chest pains ...

    • @ashleystarr2614
      @ashleystarr2614 3 года назад +3

      @@fionamurphy2653 omg

  • @melissamelissa6127
    @melissamelissa6127 6 месяцев назад

    when one is experiencing bone and muscle pains, is that due to hypophosphatemia

  • @bhagyalakshmi4589
    @bhagyalakshmi4589 3 года назад +5

    Hello.. I was planning to get pregnant.. In my routine checkup found my hb levels are low.. So I have done iron infusion yesterday.. Hope My hb will get normal within 1 month.. So after that can i try for pregnancy??

  • @earlyday164
    @earlyday164 3 года назад +4

    No volume can you do over! :(

    • @merlz00
      @merlz00 3 года назад +1

      Very low volume for me. 😒

  • @jennifersimmons9930
    @jennifersimmons9930 2 года назад +1

    What is going on with your volume

  • @Mm-wz5sl
    @Mm-wz5sl 3 года назад +2

    can you take covid vaccine along with iron infusion treatment

  • @Rockey-3
    @Rockey-3 4 месяца назад

    Are the IV infusion bad ?
    My first one is the wendsday and next Wednesday the second one.
    My doctor told me to do pills.
    But I didn’t what to risk the side effects.
    Did I do the right thing?

    • @meghanroseguittar
      @meghanroseguittar 3 месяца назад +1

      I think it’s a personal choice! I tried oral iron and it didn’t work for me so I’m getting infusions. Both choices have potential side effects. How have you been feeling since the infusion?

  • @bezen530
    @bezen530 2 года назад +1

    Hi doctor, my hemoglobin is 10 , 37 weeks pregnancy, is it necessary to do iron infusion!???

    • @lillyshaw9439
      @lillyshaw9439 2 года назад

      I would have said yes. We’re you OK?

  • @billibin
    @billibin 5 месяцев назад

    I had mine on the 8th of August next one is on the 15th of August was fine had a slight headache but went away with some pain killers. I need it in order to get a hip replacement as my platelet level was low I am 67. I was lucky my heart rate stayed normal and I did not get any real bad side effects hope this helps.

  • @sadawski
    @sadawski 3 года назад +5

    I just got my last of five sessions on venofer I’m 27 weeks pregnant. When will my blood count and levels come up. I’m not feeling better yet and the nurses seemed shocked that I’m not feeling better yet.

    • @raniasham3176
      @raniasham3176 2 года назад

      How do you feel now ? And if you feel better plz can you tell us when you started noticing any improvement? I’m asking that because my dad on his 4th infusion and him also doesn’t feel any better instead he’s more tired 😪

    • @beastybeauty7014
      @beastybeauty7014 2 года назад +1

      @@raniasham3176 hows your father now?

    • @beastybeauty7014
      @beastybeauty7014 2 года назад +1

      @@raniasham3176 how much is his hb?

    • @raniasham3176
      @raniasham3176 2 года назад

      @@beastybeauty7014 he still weak his Hgb went up to 99 from 78 and that after his 4 th venofer infusion that he takes every 2 wks

  • @vivianmoreland797
    @vivianmoreland797 2 года назад +5

    I had two iron infusions in two days because of my hemoglobin (6.6)
    After each event both hands and lower arms swelled up . Why?

    • @thandokazibooi9631
      @thandokazibooi9631 2 года назад +1

      Has you hemoglobin increase

    • @vivianmoreland797
      @vivianmoreland797 2 года назад

      @@thandokazibooi9631 it is 10 at last read.
      There is no active bleeding that they have found as yet. Talking scope between upper and colon.

    • @thandokazibooi9631
      @thandokazibooi9631 2 года назад +1

      @@vivianmoreland797 I see it is in a space of 1 month ?

    • @vivianmoreland797
      @vivianmoreland797 2 года назад

      @@thandokazibooi9631 the infusions were within 3 days along with the blood transfusion.

  • @markczarny7088
    @markczarny7088 Год назад

    I had an infusion but had two stop within a minute .My face went red and flushed with extreme pain in the hip region there was no way I could have continued. Why was this and has anyone had a si,ilar experience.

    • @gerlie_0484
      @gerlie_0484 Год назад

      That sounds like you had an anaphylactic or allergic reaction to the medicine.

    • @dianeyaramos2388
      @dianeyaramos2388 11 месяцев назад

      Are you doing ok after the reaction?

    • @markczarny7088
      @markczarny7088 11 месяцев назад

      @@dianeyaramos2388 It happened twice both times whilst having cosmofer you think they'd ha e spotted in med notes then went o n to say patients do get reaction to this med I normally get ferrinject. I'm in a bit of a purple patch having had 5 liters of fluid drain practically the whole lot taken from back of lung

  • @TheMisswhite78
    @TheMisswhite78 10 месяцев назад

    I got iv Monofer 500mg 2 weeks ago. 2 days after, my skin went darker 3 shades from my original color. My white eyes also turn darker than the color before. Are this the side effect? I was very anxious and it makes my self esteem is 0 now. Can I get back my original complexion and my white eyes color?

    • @h.neubert8770
      @h.neubert8770 8 месяцев назад

      I heard that before and it was temporary for the lady, she is a british tv presenter who advocates for iron deficient people like her former self

    • @TheMisswhite78
      @TheMisswhite78 8 месяцев назад

      @@h.neubert8770 it means I will get my original skin color back?

    • @TheMisswhite78
      @TheMisswhite78 8 месяцев назад

      @@h.neubert8770 it means that my skin will return to its original color?

  • @alaiaadam5767
    @alaiaadam5767 3 года назад +1

    🔥🔥🔥

  • @TracyW-me8br
    @TracyW-me8br Год назад

    My doctor said it was time to start iron infusions. I haven’t been able to tolerate pill or liquid iron supplements. Can anyone tell me if the IV infusion causes constipation like pills or liquid can?

    • @Anna-w3d4n
      @Anna-w3d4n Год назад

      Yes it can I have constipation I've just had my infusion yesterday

  • @Jojay9742
    @Jojay9742 2 года назад +3

    Didn't understand a word. Poor sound.

  • @rickv193
    @rickv193 Год назад +1

    Can’t hear you

  • @taraquist8561
    @taraquist8561 3 года назад +2

    I bled heavy for 5 weeks and now am taking norethindrone to stop the dysfunctional uterine bleeding can this drug cause iron to not bind? My heart beats weird when i lay down and im scared. My hemoglobin went from 12.6 to 10.2. Can Norethindrone mess with my heart?

    • @teaneekambruce4226
      @teaneekambruce4226 2 года назад

      I’m going through that right now i just had my iron infusions today everytime i lay down my heart doing the same thing

    • @lashondahursey6116
      @lashondahursey6116 Год назад

      Did you find a resolution

  • @MK-wu1ed
    @MK-wu1ed Год назад +1

    Not nearly loud enough to hear clearly

  • @alaiaadam5767
    @alaiaadam5767 Год назад

    Dr I feel as if after 1 iron infusion my skin has gone 1 tone darker 😥 any solution ❔

    • @designdrama6138
      @designdrama6138 Год назад +1

      Hey.. I have the same issue… did you get any sollution for this? Do you know if skin darkening is permanent or temporary?

    • @alaiaadam5767
      @alaiaadam5767 Год назад

      @@designdrama6138 someone suggested whitening injections

    • @Amatullah.574
      @Amatullah.574 Год назад

      @@designdrama6138 Permanent rust

    • @akiss84
      @akiss84 Год назад

      @@designdrama6138 me too, my complexion has turned a darker bronze and the hyperpigmentation around my eyes got significantly darker and my upper eyelids are grey. I am so upset and worried and I am 11 days post injection.
      Any changes for either of you? Is it from too much iron? Did you do any blood work?

    • @TheMisswhite78
      @TheMisswhite78 11 месяцев назад +1

      Me too..after 1st infusion, my skin tone went darker. I am so worried 😭😭

  • @kathiejohns1418
    @kathiejohns1418 Год назад

    Other reason for iron loss-hemephilia
    Iron can also cause constipation

  • @an5210
    @an5210 3 года назад +5

    super helpful. I will NOT be getting it now.

    • @francynelane6524
      @francynelane6524 2 года назад

      I'm the same way , already a heart patient. The thought of having a allergic reaction or my blood pressure dropping to low , well let's just say I'm out.

  • @Liveurbestlifetoday
    @Liveurbestlifetoday 3 года назад +6

    Oh my🤦🏾‍♀️ I’m nervous and a stain on my arm wth🤦🏾‍♀️ Guess we have to do what we have to do

    • @s9uirreldenomnom
      @s9uirreldenomnom 3 года назад +5

      Thanks for this video. I am looking it up bc I had my first Infusion 40 hours ago and I have been feeling beat up ever since, intense headache and muscular pain all over. It sucks but it is helpful to know that it is an expected side effect and I am looking forward to feeling a good improvement in a weeks time

    • @sarahamilton3234
      @sarahamilton3234 3 года назад +3

      I read your comment before I watched the video and was thinking a tiny needle point stain...no big deal. Then I saw the picture 😳😲 and its permanent 🙈 sheesh.....I hope not.

    • @nkuma54
      @nkuma54 3 года назад +1

      @@s9uirreldenomnom Hello how have you been feeling now after your infusions.

  • @shirinakter983
    @shirinakter983 3 года назад

    I use one of this kind drug, i am losing my hair.. Can you help me?

    • @lizxu322
      @lizxu322 2 года назад

      Oh dear, did you figure it out?

  • @tammyfitzgerald5336
    @tammyfitzgerald5336 Год назад

    Aspirin a day out 30
    Holes in my tummy 🙏🏽✊🏽🙌

  • @pearlms1624
    @pearlms1624 3 года назад +4

    wtf? iron staining!

  • @CraftyMama0222
    @CraftyMama0222 10 дней назад

    Mine is low for no reason. I have stopped my period and foods I don't absorb it. Stop blaming the cycle on this.

  • @thezzach
    @thezzach 2 года назад +2

    thx but the low audio + your soft voice + your accent = HUH?

  • @mrs.s2168
    @mrs.s2168 3 года назад +3

    I'm too scared. They want me to go to a hematology/oncology cancer ctr to take it even tho I don't have cancer. Heck no.

    • @Ummaissa
      @Ummaissa 3 года назад +13

      That means nothing lol thats just where they do blood work as well. I got two infusions so far. If your doctor says you need it bc your hemoglobin is low, you should get it. Nothing to do with cancer haha

    • @ramraut007
      @ramraut007 3 года назад +6

      Hematolgiest diagnosis all blood related deases.. go and take medication..I also had iron infusion from hematology center..

    • @Matt92Machine
      @Matt92Machine 3 года назад +4

      That's normal. That's where I have had all of my infusions, cancer centers. It doesn't mean you have cancer. Also it is better than going to the hospital and having blood transfusion.

    • @Ediblegoodies2
      @Ediblegoodies2 2 года назад

      @@Matt92Machine you are right!

    • @bestfortnitemom2400
      @bestfortnitemom2400 2 года назад

      Exactly what I said. That’s too suspicious too me.

  • @vivianmoreland797
    @vivianmoreland797 2 года назад

    No evidence of blood lose present.

  • @reatharobbins
    @reatharobbins Год назад

    I don't even know the slightest thing you said

  • @krreyem7543
    @krreyem7543 8 месяцев назад +1

    poor video audio sucks can NOT hear