Low Haemoglobin

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Hi All,

I wwondered if anyone has had low Haemoglobin as a result of chemo and if so what they did to help it.

Thank you x

  • Hi, 

    My HB dropped to 80 during my chemotherapy treatment so I had to have a blood transfusion. 

    I did ask about taking iron supplements but my oncologist and Nurses said not to do as it could interfere with any true blood results.

    I changed my diet and added in more iron rich foods. It didn't help to be honest as the chemo was the reason it was low but it made me feel better as I felt like I was doing my bit.

    My hb has now come up and feel.good now chemo has finsihed. 

    Hope this helps 

  • Thank you for your reply. Im going to get some iron rich foods today. Glad you're feeling better x

  • Hi

    I had an iron infusion.  Much better than iron tablets. Less side effects. I continue to ensure that I have a varied diet as well.

    All the best

    ricki
  • Thank you for your advice Ricki. I'll mention that to my oncology team .

    Take care x