Anemic, low iron levels, body not absorbing iron. Suggested iron infusion. Any risks associated with this?
Patient: My husband was tested for iron absorption & it came out that his body doesn't absorb iron. He is anemic & has had low iron levels before, but this is the first time he has been tested by a blood test for the absorption, took an iron pill afterwards, and hour later another blood test. Now he is to have iron infusions. Are there risks to this ? He is tired all the time, has no energy at all & never  feels good. He is 76 years old. Doctor: Hi, Some people will have the problem of non absorption of iron, or some ingredients. Tired ness, weekness, etc are due to the anemia, that is lack of hemoglobin. For non absorption you can try giving green leafy vegetables, in plenty for supply of natural iron.                       Infusion may not have any problem, and once desired level is attained he will be given intramuscular injections of iron. Thank you.