Is there a place here that I can connect with someone who is severely anemic?

Do you have a doctor helping you with the anemia, is it cause by low b-12's or low Iron? I sometimes get both and I have tried Iron but can't tolerate it very well as it cause extreme consipation for me...
Sure hope you have a good doctor helping you out, many well wishes...

Hi, Lisa, Nd welcome! I had severe anemia about 1 1/2 years ago but they found the cause...bleeding ulcers. I take Ferro Sequels now. They are far easier on the stomach, which I needed because I also have Crohn's disease, too. Each tablet has 225% of the daily requirement and my doctor has me taking one each day and two every other day and my iron levels finally have come up.

Have they tried to find a cause for you?

Sherrine

I have been anemic for years.  about two years ago, I was undergoing chemotherapy and they were checking my blood every few weeks, which is standard protocol for chemo.  I was running low hemoglbin and hematocrit then.  But I too, have problems with iron medication. 

So this time, my hemoglobin is 10 and my hematocrit is low too in the twenties and they gave me something called Integraf.  I take it once a day, (but supposed to increase to twice a day).  I also take four stool softeners a night anyway and now will add a laxative once or twice a week to prevent problems with further constipation.

I wish you luck with your dilemma.  Remember, you must find an iron supplement for you and you can control the constipation with a bowel regime that is right for you.  Hang in there.

God's blessings.

Lindaloo

Yes, I'm anemic caused by low iron my Dr put me on Prenatal vitamins with extra iron - I'm past child bearing my children are Adults Ive been on this regime for 6-9 months now. I can't miss a dose I get very tired sometimes I have to take an iron pill with the vitamin. Hope this helps




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