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Importance of Iron:
Iron is an important mineral required by the body to produce hemoglobin, a protein present in red blood cells (RBCs) that carries oxygen throughout the body. When iron levels are insufficient, your body cannot produce enough healthy red blood cells, leading to condition called “iron deficiency anemia”. One way of treating anemia is with iron infusion which is delivered in to a vein through the needle to increase iron levels in the body.
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What is an Iron infusion?
An iron infusion is a medical procedure in which iron is delivered directly into a vein through an intravenous (IV) line. It is used to treat severe iron-deficiency anemia or when oral iron supplements are ineffective.
How does iron infusion work?
The infusion delivers iron directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system. This allows the body to absorb the iron quickly and effectively for hemoglobin production and replenishing iron stores.
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Benefits/Advantages of Iron Infusion
The benefits of Iron infusion include:
- Rapid replenishment of iron levels in the body.
- Effective when not able to tolerate oral iron.
- Improves energy and quality of life.
- Safe in pregnancy.
- Beneficial for chronic disease like kidney disease, cancer, or heart failure where iron deficiency is common andoral iron is ineffective.
When is iron infusion recommended?
Iron infusion is recommended when:
Severe iron deficiency anemia with symptoms like extreme fatigue or breathlessness.
Individual who cannot take iron by mouth, like in :
- gastrointestinal (gut) bleeding.
- Inflammatory bowel disease (disease of intestines)
- Have celiac disease (gluten intolerance)
- Have tried oral iron and it did not work well for them.
- Patient on Dialysis and loose blood during dialysis.
- Upcoming surgery with iron deficiency and expected high blood loss.
How long does an iron infusion take?
An iron infusion typically takes 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the type of iron preparation used.
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What are the side effects of iron infusion?
iron infusions are genrally safe but canhave side effects:
Common side effects:
- Headache, dizziness, or lightheadedness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Bloating
- Muscle or joint pain
- Mild swelling or itching at the injection site
- Metallic taste in mouth.
Rare but severe side effects: Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis): difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue or throat, rapid heartbeat, severe rash or hives
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Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to your tissues and organs.
Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body doesn’t have enough iron to produce healthy red blood cells.
Symptoms include:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Pale skin
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Cold hands and feet
- Brittle nails or hair loss
- Cravingsfor non-food items like ice or dirt
To know your status of iron deficiency anemia following tests can be done:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- Serum ferritin (iron storage levels)
- Serum iron
- Total iron binding capacity (TIBC)
Treatment of iron deficiency anemia includes:
- Dietary changes to include more iron rich foods
- Oral iron supplements
- Treating underlying cause
- Iron infusions
An iron infusion is a procedure where iron is delivered directly into the bloodstream through intravenous route.
Iron infusion is guven in :
- Severe anemia requiring rapid correction
- when oral iron is not working or not tolerable.
- When there is issue with iron absorption in the gut
The benefits of iron infusion include:
- Rapid delivery of iron and quick replenishment of iron stores.
- Bypasses absorption issues.
- Few gastric side effects
- Long lasting results
- Improves quality of life
- Safe in pregnancy