Anemic before Surgery

[?????? 2]

Has anyone had this happened to them? I'm anemic, and I tried taking Iron pills and it's still not going up.I hope this won't affect me in getting the surgery.

[AutumnLily 77]

Have they found out why you are anemic? How long have you been on the Iron pills?

[?????? 2]

No, I will be going to a specialist.I have been taking two 65mg Iron pills for two months now.I actually felt more energy, but the labs didn't reflect that.

[Eureka-C 20]

My surgeon said I was anemic after my surgery and gave me a Iron iv bag. He said even that would barely up my numbers. He said that I would have to take Iron for months to see much change. I don't know much more than that and would love to hear what the specialist says.

[AutumnLily 77]

You should ask the specialist if you will not be able to have surgery. Since they will have a better idea of what is going on. Hope all is well and you will get to have your surgery.

[Tiffykins 673]

I would want to find out the source of your anemia, and ensure they had a plan before surgery. We can get Iron deficient since we can not take large amounts Iron rich foods early out.

Iron infusions may be an option for you if you aren't absorbing iron via oral medications, you might have to try some different iron supplements as well.

Best wishes in your research, and I hope they find the reason for your anemia.