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Members shared varied experiences with low ferritin and blood cell counts during and after lymphoma treatment, with several describing... Read more
Hi Maryjo, yes, I've had two iron infusions. Ferritin now is high but iron is low and still anemic.
White and Red Blood cell count being low and also Platelets. Mine has been low since I was diagnosed. I remember getting transfusions everytime before chemo to boost my levels. Potassium and iron as well. Talk to your Dr and see what his response is. Mine said, we're keeping a close eye on the low levels. 5 years later, still really low but he says that's my range and I feel ok. Like everyone, fatigued and living with the aftermath of the chemo.
Milt
yes, I started taking daily iron supplement as prescribed and it is now normal. I take it with food and first take a vitamin C tablet than wait a few minutes to take the iron. It absorbs better.
Yes. Please share vitamins you take. We’re they recommended by naturopath. My oncologist does not recommend extra vitamins. Docs say there is no benefit as chemo does not let absorption. I don’t know what is right..
I have not iron infusions, but I do take my meds and many vitamins as well as eat 3 meals a day. If you want me to list me vitamins, I will.