I have an iron infusion coming up on Monday I can’t wait because I’ve been having heart palpitations dizziness blurred vision because of low iron and being anemic I’m ready to have this infusions 😌😌😌😌😌God bless everyone who has to endure this 😌😌😌😌🌹🌹🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

It's so worth it!! Best of luck! xo

@lynngoldsby3789

3 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada thank you

@trtaylor29

3 жыл бұрын

@@lynngoldsby3789 I hope you're feeling much better after your infusion. I'm also excited for mine next Monday. I think it will make a big difference. Hope you are well ❤

@janicejacome

3 жыл бұрын

Everyone have no fear...this fatigue, heart palpitations, weakness, breathlessness, etc.. was killing me. Immediately felt clearer and better! I also was told it wouldn't take effect right away. As long as we're on our way, people!

@janicejacome

3 жыл бұрын

@Lynn Goldsby We have same exact symptoms. My 2 infusions didn't stop palpitations because l waited so long to go to doctor. iron brought up the blood levels but not as much as they like. I am happy you're addressing it. l hope you'll be filled w energy..! I had no bad results from it at all but l believe WAITING did damage. If you don't like doc CHANGE because we need info to do our on research these days.Best of luck ..please tell me how it went 💜

I am starting my iron infusion starting Monday and I can’t wait to start. Cause I’ve been feeling tired, dizziness and blurry vision. May anyone who is going through this journey stay strong and bless

@ceciliamac4283

11 ай бұрын

How did it go? I hope you are feeling better!!!

as someone who is about to go through this because of severe anemia, thank you this has eased my anxiety.

@spoolspool6278

2 жыл бұрын

How was it? I’m going to ask for it.

@queenbee7074

2 жыл бұрын

@@spoolspool6278 I’ve had it done 2 months ago & I had mild to moderate nausea for good 3-4 weeks after it but yes definitely felt the energy and vitality going up after 1-2 weeks for sure much more quicker than the tablets

@dxjourney7628

Жыл бұрын

Me too 😞

@mildredpeguero3653

Жыл бұрын

My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone going through this process, my first infusion is this coming Thursday and this video is helpful… thanks you for sharing valuable information ❤

Anyone that will be having an iron infusion, don't worry. I had one last week and it was literally them putting an IV in my forearm and then sitting in a comfy reclining chair for 3 hours. Nothing to worry about!

@ginamccoy5588

Жыл бұрын

I'm scared too Penny

@lindapestridge3073

Жыл бұрын

My mum's 92, She is having her first one next week I'm really scared at her age if her body Can cope will an iron infusion, She is so short of breath , We are not going to tell her what she is Having done it will cause her more worry

@hanaoconnor5854

Жыл бұрын

Did you have any side affects

@dragonflyy920

Жыл бұрын

What amount did you get, I was not aware it took a longer time period.

@mz_marmar89

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I have one tomorrow

I died when you said, “I’m gonna eat that ice!”, because that is so me. Was afraid of getting iron infusions and glad to find your vid. It put me a little more at ease on getting it done.

A great experience from a real person. I see the difference. You positively glowed at the ending. As a severe anemic myself, I know that washed out (fatigued) feeling. But 3 weeks of infusions, energy flows naturally, without the crankiness and the inner dialogue of anxiety

Going tomorrow for my first iron infusion, excited and nerves. I had a “blood” transfusion once due to low iron, never want to get that low again. Thank you for this!

@leahskitchen1157

2 жыл бұрын

How low was your iron? My Dr wants me to get a transfusion, because my iron is 6.5

@nomg563

Жыл бұрын

@@leahskitchen1157 Shucks...I am sitting at 4.8🤕

@Snuv-kk1ip

8 ай бұрын

@@nomg563 me at 3.3

Thanks for taking the effort with filming this. Always nice to see Canadian content :). Quite insightful too to see the process, as most videos I've come by don't show the actual clinic/hospital experience. Hope your levels continue to climb and you feel more okay!

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks hun!! I actually am going to be going for more infusions soon!

Had my first one yesterday and my blood pressure crashed and I became unresponsive. My limbs are swollen and painful. My face looks and feels sunburned. I was brought back with adrenaline. My arms were full of hives. Please have them give it to you slow and ck you. My reaction didn't happen until end of my infusion. Have someone stay with you for next two days!

A lot of us are going through this journey without a information/testimonials to look at… Thank you for sharing your experience!

Three years later, now December 2023, found your video. Going in for my first infusion today. This answered my unspoken questions, and i feel more at peace going to go get them now. Thank you!!

@MConze

6 ай бұрын

I’m going for my first treatment this week and I’m a little nervous so I’m glad to have found this video as well as this comment

@mylifeasliz_8410

3 ай бұрын

how did it go?

“On the road to recovery…” I love that! Thank you so much for your vulnerability and sharing your experience. This puts me at ease in my journey to recovery. Thank you beautiful! ♥️

I am so glad your video was suggested in my search, I really liked how you walked us through the experience, thanks 😊 I am having my first iron infusion tomorrow morning and not sure what to expect, however, after you video I feel less anxious about it, thanks 😊 I hope things are working on your end!

Tomorrow is my first infusion, I was so nervous, but now after watching a few video like this I feel a little more comfortable, so onward and up! Thank you for sharing your experience!

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear this!! Good luck my friend! xo

@jjohnson9822

Жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada why is there sucrose is it thats poison

Thanks for sharing, I am scheduled to have mine and was inquisitive, thanks to you, I am much calmer with a glimpse of what to expect. Thanks a bunch.

Thank you for this. My first infusion is next week, and I had no idea what to expect, and that is unnerving for me. You were very helpful.

Thank you so much for filming this I start my infusions next week and im so nervous. I'm sorry you went through this.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck!!

@jayleeafraser1798

3 жыл бұрын

How’s it going? I’m scared to get mine

@MeMyselfPlusThem

3 жыл бұрын

@@jayleeafraser1798 so far so good im posting my journey about it on my youtube channel though like this video.

Thank you for sharing your experience. I just found out today that I'll get 3 infusions starting next week so seeing this helped me. I hope you are feeling better now! 😊

Wow! You did awesome. Thank you for the detailed information. I'm having an iron infusion Monday. Perimenopause is kicking my butt. 😭 I hope I do as well as you did so that I can have my surgery. 🙏🏾

Thank you for making this, I was very nervous before I watched this video. I go in for my first infusion tomorrow.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck! xoxo

Had my first blood transfusion last week and my first iron infusion next Monday. Watching your video made me feel much better and that I'm not alone. How are you feeling currently? Hope you feel better! Much love to you and your family 💕

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

hey!! Since these infusions I've had 3 more, and I'm doing OK. I just had an IUD put in last week which we're hoping it will help with blood loss!!!

@trtaylor29

3 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada Oh I hope it works for you! My anemia is also caused by very heavy menstrual cycles and I've never been able to tolerate birth control pills. I'll be interested to hear your success with this! Hang in there!

Your experience n energy made me calm down! My mom has low iron n is anemic n it scared the shit out of me! She got one n didn’t tell me…had a huge fight with my parents to tell that to me next time! But it’s so scary yet nothing to worry I’m glad…..also found out anemia is very common😇! Stay blessed everyone with good wealth ! ❤️

@nesness1903

Жыл бұрын

You are such a great daughter God bless ❤

Your video answered the question of whether or not I can drive myself to these infusions. Thank you for documenting your experience.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

I drove to and from my infusions every time! I sometimes was tired, but my drive home was only 25-30 mins

thank you for making this! ive been on iron supplements for a couple months and i’ll need to get my blood tested again soon. fingers crossed that i don’t need a transfusion but this video made me way less worried about the possibility!

I get to go in for one in about 2 hours. I have had many, many IVs before, but this is the first for iron. It is nice to know what to expect. You don't look that old to me. I am almost 65, and you don't look that big, but I will readily agree with you that falls hurt and the older you get, the harder to come back from they are. Used to be if you fell, you just get up, dust your butt off and carry on but at my age, that could easily be a 911 call in progress. You took it like a trooper. Good job and your videos are a real help. I also have severe anemia, so I am curious to know if it works and how you feel once it works.

I hope you feel better!!! I start my iron infusions next month.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

They work! Good luck! xo

I’m in my early 30s and am anemic and have been getting iron infusions since February of 2020. I started on this journey due to “ Mother Nature issues , ladies know what I’m talking about 😉” have had heavy “ uk” since I “ became and women “ My anemic symptoms are mainly fatigue, heart palpitations and really hungry. Have had three so far ~ once a year and I go every 6 months. Got an appointment next week for blood work and then appointment with the doctor at the clinic so we’ll see how my levels are, my last infusion was July of 2021 and I’m definitely feeling the symptoms coming back so I feel like it’s time for an infusion

Going in for mine tomorrow, glad I found this video because they didn’t give me any information when scheduling.

I wanna thank you for making this video cuz I just got diagnosed with severe anemia and got scheduled for iron infusions. They give you little to no info when scheduling so I was happy to watch your video and take notes! Thanks for being so candid and informative!

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Best of luck! I'm going back for more next month! xo

@ayshabegum7265

3 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada I am scheduled for iron infusions. I have 2 weeks infusion scheduled. My iron went down to 4. I am eating more healthy foods with iron medicine. hope nothing will be more difficult than now.

I just had my first infusion yesterday. I have MGUS. The thing is, I have TERRIBLE veins and already had 7 blown ones from blood tests over the last few weeks. Anemia makes veins even more fragile. Good thing the infusion center had heating pads, and heated chairs. They still had to poke me 3 times. I recommend wearing very comfortable warm clothes if you are a difficult stick, and trying to drink lots of fluids leading up to infusion day. The infusion center I was at had snacks and juice, but I was too afraid to get any because of that vein, I didn't want to move it and have the IV need to be redone. My hematologist gave me Feraheme. The medication stings a little, nothing intolerable, I think having the heating pad on low over my arm helped. The nurses wrapped it in an extra pillowcase so it didn't get too hot, they were so sweet. Some people had throw blankets, their laptop, and a stuffed animal, they let you get comfy. They also gave me a bag of saline, which yes tastes weird, especially if it is higher up on your arm. First infusion since Covid-19, and I could even smell the saline inside my face mask when they flushed my line. Today I am achy and tired, and I have a mild headache on and off as side effects. My brain fog is still really bad. The nurses told me this is all normal, and I will start to feel better in 4-5 days. I get dose #2 next Friday, and follow up with my doctor in a month.

Thank you so very much for sharing your journey. I am getting infusions starting in a couple weeks and am nervous and had no idea what to expect. Thank you so much!

@lisadofka

Ай бұрын

How did your infusions go?

Thank you so much for sharing .Have never had an iron envision and now can see what it is all about for my upcoming appointment.

Eating Ice is an Anemic thing.

@markczarny7088

3 жыл бұрын

I have a craving for the smell of coal, recently on iron but hopefully they trace it back to a stomach bleed been ten months with a five hemaglobin count .They use Argon gas to seal the bled fingers crossed

@janicejacome

3 жыл бұрын

Freezing winter day....buying a cup of ice eating it with mittens!

@keatonnixon4541

3 жыл бұрын

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@adriancarl4873

3 жыл бұрын

@Keaton Nixon yea, I've been using InstaFlixxer for since november myself :D

@ElliottMcCormick851

3 жыл бұрын

No wonder I love ice so much…having my first one done this Thursday

This video brings back memories of my iron infusions...I was diagnosed with Crohns disease and needed a bowel resection and my ferritin and Hgb are fine now...I haven't needed one for 2 years...I hope you are doing ok now...I used to chew on ice for years before I got really low...They definitely worked for me.

@imviiku

Жыл бұрын

Hey man , I hope you're doing well now . My father just got diagnosed with Crohn's and he is constantly losing blood. His Hb is 8gm/dl now . We have got IV shots now but I wanna know is your Crohn's gone now ( considering its a life long disease ) and are you on any injections like Remicade or Humira etc .

@pastthefog6514

Жыл бұрын

Did you have any hair loss?

Thank you for this video. I'm currently doing my first iron iv infusion.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

Thank you so much for filming this. Eases my anxiety.

You are absolutely right. This is why I scheduled the infusions on my off days from work because of this

I had one done before back in 2019. They discovered I was anemic due to another health issue and ended up in emergency room. Now I have another issue that may be causing the deficiency so I have another infusion scheduled later this week. Thank you for the video. You gave me great tips on things I need to to notice of. Being more tired and things to bring. Hope all goes well for you.

@jjohnson9822

Жыл бұрын

what did they find and how are u now? what u do to fix things?

I go for my first Iron transfusion on Thursday. This made me less nervous.

@trinastrong8618

3 жыл бұрын

Here because I go tomorrow and I’m VERY nervous 😟

@janicejacome

3 жыл бұрын

It's nothing and will make you feel better! I'm very happy ( mine took 15 minutes and 30 to observe blood pressure! You'll be ok!!!! Even my face looks more vibrant.

@reemqras1645

3 жыл бұрын

@@trinastrong8618 Hey, I’ve been so low iron for the past few years and I’ve just refused to have iron transfusion because I am so so scared of any needles and stuff like that. My iron is at 4 right now and some how my naturopath and friends have got me open to the idea of getting it done. I was wondering if it hurt at all

@annomaly751

2 жыл бұрын

@@reemqras1645 if you don’t want to die get the infusion. Otherwise you’re a dead woman walking 💀

Thank you for making this video. I have my first infusion tomorrow and it looks like what I imagined. ♥️

@agneris

Жыл бұрын

How did it go for you? I get my first in 3 days

Tomorrow is my first infusion. Before I watched your video I was really scared! Thank you for posting this. TAKE CARE.

@MirandaInCanada

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!!

@caroldoyel1487

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I made it through the first infusion thanks to you or I probably would have canceled my appointment and gone on suffering! I had a little nausea When the nurse hooked me up but I think it was from my nerves. I took my I pad and played games the whole time and before I knew it I was done and ready to go home! Next time I will drive myself like you did but this being my first time my daughter drove me and waited in the parking lot for hours- bless her heart! I'm glad I didn't expect to jump up with all this energy cuz that didn't happen. The nurse said it might be weeks before I feel better BUT thanks to you I am on the road to recovery!! I appreciate you so much! Thank you and God bless. Take care.

Thank you for sharing your experience. I have to go for iron infusions very soon. This was very informative and helpful.

@lisadofka

Ай бұрын

How did your iron infusions go?

Omg the fact you can cook dinner and drive yourself anywhere. I can’t even get out of bed I’m so anemic. Some days are better then others but I am not feeling this anemia crap at all. I guess my reason is a bleeding source and we are trying to find the source? And my iron level is in the toliet! They are ordering IV iron so thank you for recording this. I hope you feel better in a years time now.

@conservativeamber1216

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing...Most people can't even function properly

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. My first round is Monday and this helped me so much! Also I hope your doing well! 😊

@kathywallace6386

3 ай бұрын

I have one coming up for myself too. How did yours go?

@kimmi815

3 ай бұрын

@@kathywallace6386 it was so easy. I had no after effects either. The purpose for my infusion was for severe RLS and it helped tremendously! Good luck with your infusion! It’s totally worth it

Thanks for sharing this. I am nervous because I have severe anemia and it has gotten worse even with prescription supplements so now I'm going to be getting infusions and I didn't know what to expect. I really appreciate your video!

@kala9907

9 күн бұрын

How are you now?

@KatjaTheAutiArtist

8 күн бұрын

@@kala9907 I still get anemic but I get regular blood work and supplements. Last time I had anemia it was due to vitamin D3 and B1 I think.

Happy birthday. Sorry you have to do all this the day after. But if it gets you well then that's the main thing. X

I hope that you feel better soon - 12 weeks is a long time to wait! I've never had an infusion, but my iron is somewhat low. I better start taking those iron pills like the doctor told me to do!

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Oh girl yes start taking those supplements!! I hope they work for you! Thanks for the well wishes!! I’m really hoping it won’t be a full 12 weeks until recovery!! I’m so impatient! 😬 Hope you have a wonderful weekend!! Xoxo 💜🥰💜

@aksez2u

3 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada You too! ❤️

Getting ready to go through this myself, thanks for taking us through your experience

@LoriArrowood

Жыл бұрын

Also, the taste thing is totally a thing! When I get vaccines I can taste them for several hours afterwards...it's the weirdest thing.

Awe feel better soon darlin. Yes i taste certain injections as well. Id tell the nurse at the time and they said oh really..never heard that before lol. Anyhow i believe you! Hugs🌺💞🌺💞🌺💞

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Right? They taste weird!! (And smell weird too!) Curtis said he’s had a few patients say the same then when he’s giving them an IV. Maybe we’re just more “in tune” with our bodies 🤓 Hugs and love sent right back to you my girl!! Xox 🥰💜🌸

@jessicah3450

2 жыл бұрын

I can taste the saline when they flush my line also. My IV was in my arm this time, but I have had a central line before, and you can taste it even more with those. It's a thing, it's not just you ❤️🙂

My first iron infusion is tomorrow. Thank you so much for making this vlog it is really helping me have the courage to face the infusions. I'm having the same product you had so hopefully three sessions does the trick for me.

@tarshacross3478

Жыл бұрын

How are you feeling now? How many times did you have to go back? My iron is low I'm just waiting for my appointment for the procedure.

Thks so much 4 the information 💁‍♀️ everything was really helpful.

I had 4 transfusions. From chronic anemia. Then after that I had vitb12 injections. The feelings of tiredness slowly lessens and soon you realise you are more energised. Like you I also ate lots of ice and still do but not as badly as before the infusion. The ice broke my teeth so be careful with it. Sorry this comment is so long

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Susan Ryder Hey love 💜 Don’t apologize for a long comment - I love them!! 💜🙌🏼 I’m on Vit B supplements as that has been low too for a long time... I’m encouraged to hear your body came around and you felt better! I’m getting tired of waiting to have my ‘full’ life back. (I’ve never been good at being patient 😝) I wonder is being addicted to ice is an anemic thing?! I am so worried about my teeth so I usually only chew ice after it’s been melted down small in my water... but it is seriously my favourite thing to eat in the world! 🧊😋 Thanks so much for your personal experience! So glad I’m not alone in this mess! 🥰💜💕

@susanryder114

3 жыл бұрын

The eating ice I am positive is from the anemia. At the time I read this from Wikipedia “Is eating ice a sign of pica? Possibly. Doctors use the term "pica" to describe craving and chewing substances that have no nutritional value - such as ice, clay, soil or paper. Craving and chewing ice (pagophagia) is often associated with iron deficiency, with or without anemia, although the reason is unclear.” Hope that helps. I’m many moons older than you at 52 so maybe my pica is more of a habit now. Oh and I crave the ice.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Susan Ryder So interesting!! Thanks for sharing the information! You know what’s funny? I used to hate cold water! I only drank room temperature! I hated ice because I have sensitive teeth and the cold sometimes hurts. I only started craving cold water and ice last year in May! Which is when my anemia was getting worse & my supplements weren’t working like they should of. This is wild to me! I’m so glad you told me! 💜🤗

@karenpanton243

3 жыл бұрын

You said you were chronic...what was your levels...mine is 4 ...I am starting to panic...do you mind if I ask?

@mariah21smith55

Жыл бұрын

Lol

The first time I had my infusions my body reacted to it they give me benadryl with it I also get a full bag of fluids first because I get dehydrated all the time I get a full bad of iron, first time was scary but it didn't hurt was just wiped out. I'm due for another set in 2 days my levels are always so low I have bone marrow issues,, but going through it before has prepared me I bring orange juice because it helps and a blanket coloring books and crayons. I also make sure I have all housework chores done and I get microwave easy stuff for my teenage kids because once I start infusions I'm down for the count l get so exhausted and pretty much can't do much of anything after. I thank you so much for sharing this because of covid nobody can come in with me I go to the cancer center in the hospital, but I thank you because my kids watched your video and were able to see what it's like. I hope you are feeling much better and are well I wish you all the best I know it's hard to suffer from theese things but knowing I'm not alone truly helps . oh also I taste it too its so weird right lol👑❤

@janicejacome

3 жыл бұрын

@KAT NYC..Hi .l also have gotten 2 full bags of iron infusions a week apart. I was so weak before l was getting breathless,would crash ... literally, especially after meals ( probably celiac bec l do like 85% GF) . After first infusion l felt like Superwoman,but by 7th day l was tired ,etc. Second infusion made me tireder and l worry about heart ,shortness of breath! Seems many say it EXHAUSTED them ,so you feel WORSE after the iron? Medically they says weeks but l feel worried now,cuz lm back to square 1 physically. l am 10 days from starting and have had 2 treatments ( more not recommended yet).Am l worried for nothing? Let me know how you feel too,better each day l hope.

Hello, i go for my first iron infusion tomorrow morning. Watching your video has helped calm my nerves. Thank you!

I get my first infusion on Friday. Thank you for making this video.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@reginaalear

3 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada it went really well. I now have a weird taste in my mouth and have nausea. My first infusion was on Friday and my next one is this Friday. Did you experience the taste in your mouth for a while and any nausea?

Thank you so much for sharing your experience!! I am so nervous to do this , tho you made it not so scary ❤

Thank you for sharing your experience! I hope you are feeling better ❤

Hello beautiful lady. It’s so reassuring to see you get the care you need. Especially during this time. Praying for your health to be fully restored. I appreciate you sharing, it’s very informative on how our bodies can need things we don’t know they are lacking. I hope today you’re feeling much better after the treatments you’ve gotten. BTW.....get that ice cream! Always😉 Sending love and prayers from Alabama❤️

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

YASSS GIRL 🍦🍦🍦🍦!! 🙌🏼 I didn’t on that day.. I was sooo exhausted & dizzy so I came home and slept until morning! But I will have an ice cream this weekend just for you! 😝🙌🏼🍦 Thank you as always for your prayers! 💜 I am feeling covered in love by God right now and I totally believe it’s all because of the power of prayer! 🙏🏼💜 I am so blessed to know you & have you in my corner 💕🥰💜 I am so ready to be fully restored in health! Patience is not one of my skills 😂 Love, hugs and prayers for you too my girl xoxo 🥰

@maribelmercadillo1976

Жыл бұрын

Having a iron transfusion is it ok to drink coffee after,thanks

You helped me a lot! Unfortunately I have to have 5 iron infusions. I hope that you are feeling better. thank you again.

thank you SO much for this video. i found it searching for peace of mind with my first infusion tomorrow. i saw you’re canadian, thought oh wow maybe the experience will be similar! to my surprise, i am getting my infusions at the SAME HOSPITAL! what are the odds!!! thank you again for making this, gonna help me be a bit calmer at clinic c tomorrow:)

@melanie_meanders

Жыл бұрын

side note, i’m very surprised you had to pay for yours!! mine is free under medicare

Thank you for sharing this with us. ❤️

Thank you for the video. I was hospitalized on March 12th 2022 for one week. With three bleeding stomach ulcers, My hemoglobin was 4.7. after three units of blood [ blood transfusion ] count was 7.4 Had surgery to remove the ulcers. Today had first follow up Hemoglobin is still low at less then 9 talking about having a iron infusion done to help. your video helped.

@theresasmith1

8 ай бұрын

I'm at 6 and taking the iron daily 350 mg plus the foods for 7 months. Dr called a month ago and referred me i need infusion . Today an appointment in another month for the referral. Dr. takes so long for everything

@davidbaron6647

8 ай бұрын

@blendorart9561 take care always

Thanks for posting this video.

Thank you for this video. I have severe low iron due to fibroids causing excessive bleeding and will be receiving these kind of treatments soon. I am facing a decision on whether to have a full hysterotomy or a fibroid treatment. There is some risk in the surgery due to location of one of them and they are both about 10cm large! I am horrified my female doctors did not say or do something earlier (fibroids first found in 2012). Now that I moved and have a male doctor, he was determined to get to the bottom of why my iron was low and I am so thankful. Scared out of my mind based on what I learned today so your video helped ease at least one part of my question, "what the heck does an iron infusion entail!" Thanks for all the tips and warnings about bringing things, how you'd feel, and also about the cost! I am a Canadian too. Thanks so much for this.

@flawlessbeauty315

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! I started my first iron drip today. I have fibroids and I’m terrified because, I haven’t had kids yet. I have an appointment with my obgyn next week. My thoughts and prayers are with you❤️❤️

Thank you for this video!!! I am 31 weeks pregnant and I have an iron infusion coming up next Monday, I have to get infusions once a week for 4 weeks….. I’ve always been anemic but my levels have dropped lower during pregnancy and iron pills aren’t bringing my hb levels up enough. This video was so helpful to let me know what to expect and how to prepare myself to be as comfortable as possible for a few hrs of sittin still lol.

@queentq2105

Жыл бұрын

Same how did it go?

I wish you all the best. I'm waiting to hear back on whether I will be getting an iron infusion for my anemia. I was super sick for several months and my iron months later is still low and affecting me. I thankfully have a port and do infusions multiple times a week so thankfully I will be able to use my port. I've been know to have anemia multiple times throughout my life and take iron everyday via mouth, but still having low iron. We will see. Hopefully, it helped you and continues to.

I need one of these so bad! I’ve felt awful for about a month now. I finally went to the dr last week and I just got my labs back today! They told me I didn’t need an infusion just yet 😞 but man I feel like I do. I’ve been so dizzy and weak, blurred vision and heart palpitations like crazy I can’t even get up to go to the bathroom without feeling extreme dizziness. Im so over this. It does give me peace of mind that I’m not the only one going through this.

I get mine Wednesday, im ready for it im so tired. And my breathing is not the same. Im just ready for energy and my life back🙏🏽🤞🏾💯

I just came by this video of 2 years ago, you sure got a lot of infusions your hair looks very pretty happy Thursday love your New Brunswick neighbor Kimberly ♥️😊😊🙏🙏👍👍🇨🇦

I had 2 iron infusions a month ago and I’m going back to my hematologist this Thursday for blood work to see how much it helped. I have a blood transfusion May 25th before My 1st hematologist appointment because I was having heart palpitations and sweating profusely and left like I was going to die. I got 2 bag of blood which took me from a blood count of 6.2 to and 8 now I’m hoping that the iron infusions took my blood count to a 10 or more so I can have a hysterectomy on august 25th. I won’t be cleared for surgery if it’s not a 10 or more… pray for me…

@lacecocoa6272

2 жыл бұрын

I receive iron infusions as well and I think I have severe anemia but my doctor also referred me to another doctor because she just trying to figure out like what exactly is going on so she referred me to a doctor that deals with thyroids so it's been like this for years but I feel like my anemia went from not that severe because they've always told me to take iron medication but now I feel like it's very severe and I'm always sick I'm always fatigues tired drained it's ridiculous and I cannot wait to see my other doctor so I can get this under wraps

@janeenenelson9480

2 жыл бұрын

Omg your definitely in my prayers

@SueRfox

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like my condition…. Hopefully your feeling better, and was able to get your surgery!

I’m about to start mine this coming Monday to treat severe anemia. So ready for the light headedness and dizziness to be over.

Thanks so much for your video. I’m in BC and am scheduled for an iron infusion (monoferric) next week. I’ve been recently diagnosed with Crohn’s disease which would account for my low iron, since I can’t really absorb it well from foods or pills. It was nice to see what you went through and your advice on what to bring 😊

@MessiJessi3

Жыл бұрын

Hi! I’m going in for my first ever MonoFerric infusion next week. How did yours go and how have you felt since? Did you require a second infusion or blood transfusion? Thanks :).

@StarfishAndTeacupsTravel

Жыл бұрын

@@MessiJessi3 It went well for me, no issues, no reactions, no side effects later. My ferritin number went up over the next few months and hit its peak maybe 3-4 months after (it went up to normal/optimal number). My actual iron number only ever went up a few points 🤷🏻‍♀️ Since that 4 months after mark my ferritin level has been dropping again and now, almost a year later I’m back down to where I started. (I have an absorption issue due to my crohns, so I wasn’t surprised). My GI doctor is going to send me for another, hopefully soon, just waiting for approval through the health system.

Thank you for the video , I have been in and out the er due to breathing issues so I found out that my anemia is causing my bad breathing. The doctor suggested iron infusions so your video is helpful.

I'm 33 weeks pregnant with severe anemia. I go for my first iron infusion on tuesday. I'm so nervous! But hopeful it will work as I also am tired of feeling exhausted, dizzy, light headed, having head aches that last all day. This gave me an idea on what to expect. Thank you!

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

You'll be ok! Just bring stuff to do so you won't be bored, or sleep!! My last 3 infusions were a few months ago and I slept every time! It was wonderful. Best of luck with yours & with baby too!! xoxo

@queentq2105

Жыл бұрын

How did it go?

Im going for my first infusion in a couple of weeks. Thanks for sharing your experience.

I have Chronic Kidney Disease and I have had to have blood transfusions and I take iron daily but it is not enough so now I am going to have to have iron infusions. The blood transfusions we're a bit scared and exhausting for me. I am sorry that you have to have the infusions. Praying for you ❤️🙏

Thank you! I'm getting my first of 5 Infusions tomorrow. Iron level 4. EEKS! I'm nervous but excited and ready to feel "normal?" again.

Thank you for posting this! I am at the point where I might need iron infusions and I have heard such bad things about it that now I am afraid to have it done. My iron is at 5. And I feel like crap! And yup! Can't even go into the grocery store without feeling like I am going to faint and pass out and it's sending anxiety through the roof!

@victoriamarilyn

Жыл бұрын

I just had them done 3 weeks ago. You just sit in a comfy chair and receive iron. I was nervous too but it was so easy. Make sure you're hydrated and bring snacks, if you want.

@tarshacross3478

Жыл бұрын

This is me I can't even walk for 45 minutes. I usually walk 2 hours a day 1 hour in the morning 1 in the evening. After 5 minutes I feel like crap, sleepy, and just lazy. I hate getting up even to walk the dog.

@theresasmith1

8 ай бұрын

feel the same . my level dropped from 7 to 6 after taking the iron med for 3 months . waiting for infusion.

You're not alone in the "tasting". But actually - it turns out we SMELL it rather than taste! I've had infusions before, but not Venofer, which my hematologist just ordered for me. Thanks for this video!

Thank you posting. I have to go in for an infusion next week

Thanks, I'm going tomorrow and this eases a lot of my anxiety

I’m anemic. I was getting b12 shots and taking iron capsules. The iron capsules had a side effect that I really didn’t like. So, I stopped taking them. I also stopped the b12 shots after having 3 all together of them. I was supposed to go last week and I blew it off. I told the doctor about stopping the iron and he never called me or said anything about it. Guess he doesn’t care. I hope you are feeling better soon.

Never heard of this before. I am developing symptoms of anaemia including shortness of breath, racing heartbeat, light headedness, fatigue. My mother has pernicious anaemia, I am hoping I do not have that type. I have started using iron spray, b12 and folate patches as I have issues with my digestive system. It’s quite frustrating getting up and feeling so exhausted after a full nights sleep.

I have a bleeding hiatal hernia causing severe anemia. I had a blood transfusion and an iron infusion. I'm averaging about two hrs of sleep at night. My hemoglobin numbers are slowly going up. Having surgery in 2 weeks. Praying that I'll be able to sleep and breathe better. 🙏

I start iron infusions today… thanks for sharing.

Thanks for sharing this. I've been having serious dizziness, heart palpitations, exhaustion, etc for some time now. I was going to the same doctor for 11 years. He said I had low iron told me to take a supplement. Changed doctor's because he just was not working out for me. First visit and I get a call saying you need iron infusions. Looked at the symptoms of severely low iron and every one there is I have almost. How could he have missed that? Anyways, I was curious about everyone's experience. Thank you for sharing yours.

I just had my second one today. After the first one, I was super exhausted. Today was better, other than feeling dizzy. I have another next week. Fingers crossed that it goes well! 🤞🏾

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck to you my dear! xo

@beautifulanomaly9920

3 жыл бұрын

So u have to get several or is it just your iron level it depends on

@lzjz5679

3 жыл бұрын

What was your hemoglobin levels at?

@chariluv007

3 жыл бұрын

@@beautifulanomaly9920 I had to get 3 infusions but I’m sure it varies per person.

@chariluv007

3 жыл бұрын

@@lzjz5679 Oddly, mine hemoglobin was not tested but I felt a lot better. Less chest pain and more energy.

Hello, I’m supposed to get an iron infusion soon and I hate needles so I’m so nervous. Thank you for sharing your experience I’m also a maritimer from Nova Scotia 😂

I know this is an older video, but I'm going through this pretty much as you are, and it is such a relief to hear that you are experiencing the same things I am - like extreme tiredness in general and with the infusion itself, the dizziness, the worries about driving when you're so tired/dizzy, etc. I think it's easy to be hard on yourself when you've gotten used to feeling crappy and you're wondering how people work a full day and still have energy to exercise and socialize or work on a hobby. I had to laugh about the ice thing - my ice cravings were the thing that sent me to the doc to ask about iron deficiency - I love ice so much. One thing you didn't mention was any cognitive issues - I have some annoying brain fog days and I'm wondering if that's something you've experienced. No one really talks about how deficiency affects the brain.

Thank you so much for your sharing your experience. I just returned from the hospital yesterday thinking I had Covid. I have had chronic anemia but following my covid test, chest X-ray and ECG the doc did a blood profile. Haemoglobin of 98. That is pretty low for me. All my complaints mimic Covid vs Anemia. I did not realize this and thought I was just in a Covid fog and exhausted like everyone else but when my heart rate, sob, chest discomfort, headaches, etc started I immediately thought hmmm.. Covid. Well now ER doc in ONtario suggesting infusion. My ferritin level is really low at 7. Iron supplements do not seem to work for me or take too long.... Can you share at what level of hb you were when deciding to get the transfusion and how you are doing now? Thank you so much. Kelly

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Hey sweetie! I can't remember my numbers, and what they meant and what they were called lol oh geeze sorry!!! I know there was a number that was like a 3 or 4 and then after the transfusions it went to a 104... maybe that was a 10.4? I wish I could be more helpful!! I was on supplements and clearly they weren't working anymore! Glad you don't have Covid!! But take care of that Iron!! The infusions will be very helpful but are so time consuming! Make sure to bring a book or something fun to do while you sit hooked up to the iv!! Good luck! xo

@alaunafields8633

Жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada how are you feeling now I just had my infusion last Thursday and I have another this week I'm still short of breath which is crazy I thought I had heart failure but it's anemia..

Lists are awesome. Great for seeing what you achieve.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!! I love a list! Especially a “to do” list! They encourage me to be more productive! (And also help me remember what I have to do lol) 😂💜

Wow pregnant with twins have to get a infusion twice a week starting Tuesday thank you for this ❤️

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck, mama!

@jamiepeterson701

3 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaInCanada thank you ♥️

My gorgeous friend stay healthy you and your family ❤️🌼😘

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Beautiful! 💜 Thank you! I hope you and yours are doing well! Sending hugs across the ocean to you! 💜🥰🌼💕

Had my 2nd iron transfusion 3 days ago and I have post transfusion flu! It’s awful to feel so bad but hopefully won’t last many more days as I have a big operation in a week and a half!

@BS-dq1kz

8 ай бұрын

I didn’t know one could have that! I felt terrible for 2 months after my iron infusion. I’m supposed to have another one and I dread it.

My iron sat was critical low 4!! My hgb was 6.6 had to get blood, 1 unit. Due to severe anemia. My first infusion made me sick. My 2nd infusion made have flu like symptoms, swollen lymph nodes, chills, lightheaded, headache , extreme nausea for about two days! Hysterectomy next week...hopin all this makes me feel better.

@beastybeauty7014

2 жыл бұрын

Are you fine now?

@GermanicJennifer

Жыл бұрын

Did you also have fever?

Thank you. Just had a blood transfusion and go tomorrow for iron infusion.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Take care!!! xoxo

I don't know why, but I have been dreading this. My doc told me I needed iron infusions and I promptly ignored that advice and opted for iron pills which did nothing, so probably want to listen to the frickin' medical professional, lol. I am so so so glad YT exists, because watching you go through this, I do feel a bit more calm about it. It's funny because years ago, I used to give blood before anemia and my condition ended that, and the process reminds me of the platelet donations I used to give---you're hooked up to this machine for like 2 hours that just cycles through your blood mining for platelets. Anyway, like you, I am ready to feel better because wearing a mask and barely being able to breathe and feeling dizzy and sweaty are not a good look.

@lacecocoa6272

2 жыл бұрын

I'm going back to get my iron infusions next week but I'mma start getting them again every week I tried to take a two-week break in between because it does cost a lot of money but the iron pills do nothing from me

@jessicah3450

2 жыл бұрын

I used to donate blood and plasma also. While the donation clinics were grateful, my veins were so lousy even back then...the staff was like, "you need to find another way to be charitable, because you do not have any extra blood to give!" 😂😅

@Banyo__

2 жыл бұрын

@@jessicah3450 It was truly a sad day for me because I had made it my goal to donate once a month, and I loved it because it literally was the laziest way to help save or help lives. I used to come at an off time of the day so I was usually only one of a few people in there and they would take THE best care of me. Sometimes they would sit and have a full on conversation for the 2+ hours it took for the platelet donation so it was definitely hard hearing that "we love that you are a regular, but you've been rejected 3x now so we don't think you should come back at least for a while." I jokingly said, are you breaking up with me!?! But honestly it was that, because I've never been able to come back.

@jjohnson9822

Жыл бұрын

@@Banyo__ what caused the low iron? apparently donating messes up ur blood we r not supposed to loose blood like tjat its like liquid gold

Hi there - I JUST saw your post. I will be getting my 1st iron infusion this week. Never had it before. On top of the symptoms that you mentioned leading to you getting infusions did you have low blood oxygen. Mine was in the 80’s and got as low as 77 last Friday. I have NEVER messaged anyone on KZread and not sure how I will see your message back. Thank you SO much if you do 🙏

Ciao Miranda.... I sure would go with you if I was there... I would be that person for sure!!! But WOW.. I would be nervous too. It sure seems a little creepy to go through the hospital and no one around... I know it's for the good, but still.... just a little creepy feeling for sure!! HA HA HA HA... I am a list maker too... and I follow the list... seems sort of strange to say that... but I live by my list hahahahaha. WOW... Miranda... you did really well getting all those infusions... your video was very informative and full of information... great job!! Lucky for me I do not need iron infusions... I need phlebotomy's done often because I am a carrier of hemochromatosis - but normally a carrier does not have to have phlebotomy's done, but because I have an excessive amount of iron in my blood, I have to get some blood removed. It's about as fun as your iron infusions...hahahaha. One of us gets iron in.... one of us gets iron out!!! ha ha ha. I hope that you and your family are having a really great weekend this weekend. Love you, Miranda and all your family. Stay safe, my friend!!! Hugs & Kisses all for you!! xXx

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Hello My Shelley!! My low iron and your extra iron is just proof that we’re meant to be friends! You’re the yin to my yang!! 😂🥰💜 The things you learn as you get older! I had no idea that iron infusions were a thing, and I didn’t even know that someone could have too much iron! No wonder doctors have to go to school for so many years!! There’s too many medical issues! My little sister Dawn is an optometrist... she went to UNB in Fredricton for a bunch of years then she went to the University of Waterloo in Ontario for a bunch of years! She even got to skip a year of school because she’s a Friggen genius, and she still went to school for SO long! We’re headed out tomorrow morning on a fun camping weekend away in a new place for us and our friends/family crew we camp with! It should be so fun & I’m going to vlog it, so you can share in the fun soon 💜💜💜💜 I hope your weekend is wonderful & relaxing! I always love our chats! Thanks for the love - sending you some right back!! Xoxox 💜🥰💕🌸🤗

Having my first Iron infusion today. Had a blood transfusion back in February when I literally couldn't stand or stay awake.

@MirandaInCanada

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck to ya!! xoxo

@karenpanton243

3 жыл бұрын

Hi read your post ..what were your levels...I am at 4 and getting freaked out at what I am reading...do you have any worthwhile advice...can you help at all.