Iron IV Therapy in San Diego

Iron IV infusions are often used as a solution when traditional iron supplements and dietary changes are either not effective or too slow to increase blood count levels. Additionally, individuals with gastrointestinal issues such as irritable bowel syndrome that impair the absorption of oral iron can also benefit from this form of treatment.
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Restore Iron Levels In Your Body

The main benefit of receiving iron IV therapy rather than taking oral iron is that it guarantees that the iron goes straight into the bloodstream, unlike when taken orally, where some of the iron is lost through the digestive system and excreted via urine.
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Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia:

  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Easy bruising
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness
  • Cold hands and feet
  • Pale skin
  • Shortness of breath
  • Brittle nails

What is iron deficiency anemia?

Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia and occurs when there is insufficient iron in the body to make hemoglobin, the compound in red blood cells that helps transport oxygen throughout the body.

When this happens, it can lead to a variety of symptoms listed above.

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How to measure iron levels:

Various factors can lead to low iron levels.

To assess this, your doctor can take a simple blood test to measure the amount of iron present in the body.

Labs to check iron status include:

  • Iron
  • TIBC
  • Ferritin
  • Transferrin

Iron IV infusion is good for:

Iron deficiency anemia, low ferritin, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), those with a history of heavy menstrual periods.

What is IV therapy?

Intravenous therapy is a method where we infuse nutrients including vitamins and minerals into the body intravenously.

The main advantage of IVs is that they are absorbed at 100% efficiency as it bypasses the digestive system and goes right into the veins.

This also allows for higher dosages to be used safely compared to oral supplementation.

Why is iron IV infusion therapy effective?

Our iron IV infusion therapy delivers iron directly into your bloodstream, rapidly replenishing iron levels in a safe and efficient manner.
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FAQ

Typically, our patients experience minimal to no side effects with IV therapy. However, in rare cases, they may experience arthralgia, backache, chills, dizziness, headaches, malaise, nausea, vomiting, myalgia or fever.
The time of an iron infusion can range from 1 to 3 hours, depending on the dose and the individual’s tolerance.
For the best results, our patients typically receive iron infusions weekly for a period of four weeks.
IV therapy should be a comfortable experience – a small pinch when the needle pierces the skin is to be expected, but beyond that, no pain should be felt if proper techniques are employed.
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Who can benefit?

  • Anyone who’s suffered significant blood loss from menstruation, ulcer, or cancer.
  • Those following a plant based or low iron diet.
  • Those taking medication that prevents the absorption of iron.
  • Those who have conditions that consume more iron.

Can iron containing foods help with iron levels?

If your doctor has recommended iron IV infusions, food sources alone likely won’t provide enough iron to replenish levels quickly. Fortunately, there are a variety of foods that contain iron – such as beans, dark leafy vegetables like spinach, dark chocolate, and turkey – which can be consumed in addition to getting IV infusions for optimal results.
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Key nutrients in the iron IV infusion:

Iron (dosage determined by your doctor)

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Vitamin drip infusions are powerful because they have the ability to reach and heal so many parts of us — the body, mind and soul. IV drips help us absorb what we need completely – allowing us to recover, improve, and maintain balance from within ourselves.

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