Any have iron infusion

[Bettybuckets]

Yesterday I saw my GP- who spoke eith me about anemia and maybe I might feel more energy if I had iron infusions. Has anyone had them and did they help? Any downsides? Thank you lovely ladies… I am going hiking and biking in Maine in a few weeks with my most fit friends snd want to enjoy it.

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Bettybuckets, talk to your oncologist before you do iron infusions. Iron and cancer Mets are no friends. Or Google some research studies on the effect of iron on cancer growth.Anja

[Rubyjude]

My iron levels have been very low, verging on anaemia, making me tired and breathless. My onc said it is the treatment causing this (Letrozole and Ibrance). Suggested I take Ferrograd, a slow release iron supplement. Been taking Ferrograd for 4 months now and my iron levels have risen to normal (albeit the bottom of normal but that's so much better than where I was!). Fatigue and breathlessness have also decreased. They were not keen to do any iron infusions unless absolutely necessary.

[Georgiamjb]

Hello - I have had an iron infusion while on Ibrance/Faslodex. I was seriously anemic and needed a blood transfusion as well. I didn't have any side effects and felt better in a couple of weeks. I hope you feel better soon!

[blms]

Have you tried b12 shots?

[Bettybuckets in reply to blms]

They did want me to get my levels fo that so thzt may be an optiin

[blms in reply to Bettybuckets]

I have found that regular b12 shots help alot, even though my blood work for that was strong. It does not hurt to get them. That is what I was told. I certainly would do that before a transfusion.