Taking Iron
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Hemoglobin was at 7.0. Got blood transfusion.
While trying to determine underlying cause, Doc put me on Ferrous Sulfate 325MG 2 times per day.
Started to feel better, was at 9.5 Hemoglobin couple days after blood transfusion.
Month later was at 13 hemoglobin.
Not long after that, hands started to feel red and warm. Some tingling with pins and needles, maybe some numbess at times. Still taking the ferrous sulfate twice daily.
Just wondering if you can take too much iron or cause issues?
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elaine34309 da7ya11
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Yes, you can take too much iron and have negative results. For over 75 years
I was taking iron tablets for anemia, beginning as a child. Finally, a new hemotologist diagnosed my anemia as the result of having Thalessemia,
a genetic disorder of which there is no cure. I am now, 81 years old and have had both hip joints replaced (The Dr. says he feels the over use of iron had rusted my
bones and to never take iron again). Now, six years later my hem. count fluctuates between 8.8 and 9.6. and I basically feel the same.
I suggest you have your Dr. determine the reason for your anemia, for it my not be the result of iron deficiency.
Lady_C elaine34309
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it maybe possible. Have you tried using natural foods that are high in iron to help combat your symptoms?
i used rich iron foods when i was anemic and it helped with my symptoms. check out this good book on amazon. Overcoming Anaemia, My experience. i got plenty of tips from it.
Good luck and keep well
Lady C