What Are the Benefits and Side Effects of Iron Injections? - #15266
I was recently advised to take an iron injection because my blood test showed low hemoglobin and ferritin levels. I always thought iron supplements were enough—so why are iron injections sometimes necessary? I read that iron injections are used when oral iron supplements don’t work well or cause side effects like constipation. But do iron injections work faster, and how soon do they increase hemoglobin levels? Are there any side effects of iron injections? I’ve read that some people experience pain at the injection site, nausea, and allergic reactions—how common are these? Are there natural ways to increase iron absorption? I’ve heard that Amla, Beetroot, and Moringa help boost iron levels—do they work as well as medical treatment? If anyone has had an iron injection, how long did it take to feel better, and did you have any side effects?
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