Post Radiotherapy Fatigue, Low RBC, WBC, High Ferritin

[bigbassman]

Hello all. Looking for some feedback on CBC and ferritin values from members who know about this. Normal range is in brackets.

Prior to biopsy and treatment in June 2016: WBC 7 (4-11) RBC 4.57 (4.5-6) Hemoglobin 145 135-175) Ferritin 219 (25-200)

In November 10, 2017 after 37 EBRT and Brachytherapy: WBC 4 (4.5-6), RBC 3.55 (4.5-6), Henoglobin 116.(135-175) No Ferritin value

In Dec 18, 2017after iron supplements and eating iron rich foods: WBC 5.8, RBC 3.88, Ferritin 338. (22-275)

My understanding is that high Ferritin level indicate inflammation, malignancy etc. My last MRI and bone scans were clear. Haven't done a circulating tumour cell count.

I told my family doc I was suffering from extreme fatigue, and he prescribed prescription iron supplement. The fatigue improved greatly, although I noticed some symptoms associated with high Ferritin: tinnitus (extreme). dizzyness/balance iaaues. I am also on flowmax, so at times, I experience low BP symptoms.

If anyone has experience with these issues, Id value your input.

Thanks

[matt2001]

2 years after Radiation for localized PC, my ferritin levels are below 25 and seem to stay there, during ADT (1 year) I started going to a Gym and using the various resistance machines, I gained muscles and felt great, fatigue was mild and at least I had a reason beyond meds to be tired!

Radiation and ADT did not stop PSA from rising 2 yrs later...

presently 3 weeks into total diet change, Vegan with fish, no sugar, alcohol, zero processed foods ie bread & pasta.

basically lots of greens with some fish.

feeling more energy than previous 6 months of the fairly normal mix of food and processed foods etc.

[yamobedeh]

Thanks for the useful info. Much appreciated.