hi
I start chemo next week, have 0 energy. Hubby bought me some feroglobin, there is conflicting info as to whether it would be good to take it or not to take it. Has anyone had experience with this? Thanks
Hi
I would wait and call your oncologist or BCN for advice before taking- my oncologist told me not to take anything before/during chemo without their approval. You will be having regular blood checks and they will pick up any deficiencies and deal with them as necessary.
best wishes Jo
This article would suggest that it's a bad idea:
https://www.breastcancer.org/research-news/supplements-before-and-during-chemo-risky
My consultant suggested an iron rich balanced diet during chemo and advised against supplements besides vitamin D. If you're having EC or FEC first then it's a bad idea too, as it's common to be a bit constipated in the first week and iron will make it worse!!
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