Had iron infusion and blood test showed levels went down--anyone?

peacebypiece
on 2/6/16 9:03 am

Hi all: had my first iron transfusion two weeks ago (one vile of iron). Had blood test eater day and it showed my hemoglobin etc went down. Not what I was expecting...anyone had this happen? 

Hollynik
on 2/6/16 9:14 am - Canada

From what I know it takes 6-12 weeks for the levels to show improvement.  My doctor told me I would start to feel better after about 2 weeks though.  I also had 2 infusions each one week apart so you may need to have another infusion done to help your levels.  

peacebypiece
on 2/6/16 9:38 am

Thank you so much for your helpful and quick reply. That is what I thought and I am sure my doctor will confirm that on Monday. Your post helped me and I thank you for that! Have a great weekend.

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