Imferon and B12

[Digits]

Hi all..

So i went to the oncologist today because my blood levels have been steadily dropping, ive lost too much of my intestines to absorb nutrients.

So starting today, i got my first B12 shot, and monday i start my first round of Imferon (IV iron) infusions. Im just wondering if anyone else has gone through these meds, or know much about them, personal wise. I can read till the sun comes up, but like hearing first hand.

Have a lot of people found out their blood doesnt like to cooperate, along with the IBD and crohn's? My GI never told me my blood was whack until i went to get my tonsils out. im kinda worried that he never told me, and the oncologist says if we had caught it sooner, i might not have to be on iron and b12 forever now. yuck.

 

[Guest]

hi digits

i've only ever had one iron injection, that was many years ago but i remember it well - it hurt lol

however, i do have B12 injections every 3 months, and will do for the rest of my life. i wasnt told, following my bowel surgery, that i would need B12, so it took a couple of years before i started showing symptoms of pernicious anemia, which got steadily worse until some young doctor asked in surprise why i am not having regular B12.

since then, this aspect of my health has been a doddle. the gp practice get my cobalamin in stock for me, i just ring up every 3 months and get my jab.. and its great. quite often i do feel myself "needing it" as the injection date is drawing near, other times i dont notice any depletion symptoms at all.

i hope thats helpful

 

[Digits]

that sounds good. yeah, i think GI's get so wrapped up in the gut aspect they forget about all the other parts.

They use a new iron now, and i guess it doesnt hurt, its just so inconvienent.

 

[Digits]

update: i got my b12 shot, i feel wonderful! im happier, my acne is gone, and my appetite has returned! im not sure what is all bcuz of it or not...but i feel awesome!