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Iron IV Infusions

I have severe iron deficiency anemia. I am always so fatigued. I’d say on most days my energy level is completely spent by noon. It’s not easy, especially since I used to have an active lifestyle before I was diagnosed. In two weeks, I am set to have my first iron IV infusion. I’ve never had any kind of infusion before. I’m not sure what to expect. The first session is almost 6-hours. What are they like?

  1. Oh wow, trebleinthekchn. I'm so sorry to hear about your iron deficiency and fatigue. How frustrating! Hopefully others can chime in on what to expect if they've had this kind of infusion, but in the meantime, I just wanted to wish you the best of luck with this upcoming session! 6 hours....wow! Please keep us posted on everything, and let us know how things go! We're thinking of you and sending positive thoughts your way! -Casey, RheumatoidArthritis.net Team

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