On 7/21/2008 Leemg wrote:
Have they checked your ferritin levels (iron). I had a low red blood count which lead to iron deficient anemia. To confirm this they specifiically have to check the ferritin. Many of the symptoms you mentioned I experienced. I never realized it until my medical oncologist called me. I had to go on and actually I'm currently on iron therapy.
Leemg:
No I wasnt aware of the ferritin levels? I will ask them about it next time though. This certainly sounds logical and could be the culprit. I know it would help me if I could take a daily vitamin supplement that included iron but I have frustrating GI upset when I take some medications. So this stirs me away from taking anything other than what I need to for pain or what have you. Thankyou though for your message. I will check into the ferritin more.
Hope all is well with you today, and your cancer struggles are being managed and under control. That is always a good feeling!
take care.
Jodie