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« on: November 16, 2008, 04:42:03 PM » |
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I'm going to be starting on a course of IV Venofer (iron sucrose) on Wednesdy and I'm wondering if anyone else has done this. I have something going on that is decreasing my absorption of iron, and while my hematologist figures out the problem, I need to go in for these treatments. Once a week for 10 weeks. I feel crummy alot so I'm hoping this helps. Any experience/advice?
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« Reply #1 on: November 16, 2008, 04:55:36 PM » |
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No experience, but I hope you find the answers to improve your health situaiton. Good luck!
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« Reply #2 on: November 16, 2008, 05:03:49 PM » |
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Thanks, notaprof. I do feel a little sorry for myself right now, so I appreciate the well wishes.
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« Reply #3 on: November 17, 2008, 09:39:09 AM » |
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Bring a book to read or assignments to grade. Tell the nurse which vein you want for the IV, if you have a preference. You'll probably be getting the infusions in a chemo room, which tend to have quiet clientele.
<on edit> I just saw you posted in a diabetes thread. If you get infused at a clinic that serves diabetics, other folks who need IV antibiotics, etc., you might get to see some interesting wound care.
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« Reply #4 on: November 17, 2008, 06:34:38 PM » |
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Spork, I'll be going to a cancer center, so I'm glad to hear that there's a good chance it will be quiet - makes sense. Felt totally justified in buying three books yesterday.
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« Reply #5 on: November 21, 2011, 12:57:55 AM » |
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I began Venofer infusions last week and go twice a week for 6 weeks. Since my first infusion on 5 days ago, I have been suffering with severe headaches, neck and back pain. The reason for my infusions is iron deficient anemia with no known cause as of yet. I am starting to wonder if they should lower or slow down my dose due to the intense pain I am in. My ferritin level before infusions was at 2 and I wont be re-tested until my course is over. How do I know I'm not getting too much? Has anyone else experience these effects from Venofer?
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« Reply #6 on: November 22, 2011, 10:10:48 PM » |
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Did you know that gluten intolerance/celiac disease (celiac sprue) causes poor iron absorption, and thus often deficiency? Has your doctor tested for that? Unfortunately, the only "accurate" test is an intestinal biopsy, although some people self-diagnose through elimination diet.
Just a thought . . .
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