Anemic

Hi everyone... I haven't posted in awhile...but I had my surgery on 8/2/04. I am down 110 pounds, but my iron levels are very low. Is anyone else having this problem?? Also, my weight loss has stalled horribly. I have only lost 5 pounds in the last 2 months. Thanks for all your help !! Donna

Hi Donna Yes I had that problem and still d. I actually was border line for a transfusion in December I had a bleeding ulcer and continue to battle with my iron level. I take 2 iron capsules daily and if I miss boy I feel it. Just follow docs orders and you will do fine. I have heard of some people getting iron transfusions if it stays low to ong. I have not gone that far yet. Please take care and let us know how yor doing love and hugs brenda

Donna: I had my annual GYN checkup last week, and the doctor discovered I was a little anemic also. He suggested I start taking slow-release iron supplements, along with my daily vitamin regiment. He said that the slow-iron would not upset my stomach as much....and probably not cause me to become constipated. So far, so good. I feel more energetic in just a few days! Good luck to you! About the weight...yes, I have been hanging at 205 for over 2 weeks. It is about to drive me crazy (again), but after getting through the last "stall," I know that it will eventually break and I will continue to lose, albeit not as fast as just after the surgery. Keep up the great work. Losing 110 pounds is really fantastic! I've only lost 81 pounds (since surgery), and my surgeon was really delighted with my progress at my 9-month checkup. ~Laura

Thanks Guys... I hope I feel better soon. I am just sooooo tired. I'll keep you all posted. Donna