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I am a white, auburn-haired, fair-skinned female from Minnesota. I had no energy. I could not think very clearly. I was laying down to rest 12+ hours per day late Spring of 2012. I was not sleeping very well. I would get winded very easily. I felt panicky sometimes at the gym, or simply doing relatively light activities. A medical professional later explained to me that I was air-starved due to la...

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Your descriptions are horrible and meant for doctors, not individuals.

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Dave | Age: 45-54 | On supplement for 6 months to less than 1 year |
8/14/2022
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.0
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I have question, prolong use of iron can cause bleeding?

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10/16/2021
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Iron is mineral

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# | On supplement for less than 1 month |
10/11/2021
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I discovered in a blood test my iron levels were low and my other related blood levels were low. An oral tablet 2-3 times a week helped me to get to good levels untill I changed my diet to include more dietary iron.

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auntjuju | Age: 55-64 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
8/21/2020
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I had anemia in July and then again in October where my Iron level was very low. I am ALWAYS TIRED and have been since i was born. NOTHING has helped I had Iron infusions in July and Oct/Nov and it brings my hemoglobin up but NEVER to a 12 or over. I am baffled, I don't know what to do.

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vitamin | Age: 7-12 | On supplement for 6 months to less than 1 year |
8/20/2020
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vitamin testing

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Tom | Age: 3-6 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
8/11/2020
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MadJayhawk | Age: 75 or over | On supplement for less than 1 month |
9/16/2019
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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As a healthy, normally active 75 year old male I taking lisinopril I have sleeping 12-14 hours a day for the past 2 weeks and have had no energy and could not concentrate very well for short periods. I looked into possible conditions and thought I may have anemia. I thought I would give iron supplements (65mg) a try. It is almost miracle. I feel alert, no longer need a nap, and sleep 8 hours solid usually.

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Jodon | Age: 65-74 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
4/19/2019
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Since taking the iron supplement Ferrocite (ferrous fumarate) I have had black stool. Is this a common?

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Cathy | Age: 45-54 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
7/30/2017
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I was diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia, probably from menopause related menstrual issues. My iron saturation was only 3%, and my hemoglobin was down to 9.5. I started taking Hema Plex supplements and within a month my hemoglobin went up 2 points to 11.5. Waiting for my next round of blood work to see if it's gone up any higher. I feel noticeably better, I used to lose my breath just walking down the street but now I don't notice any ill effects. When I first started taking the supplements I did have some constipation, but now I pair them with a fiber supplement and that is working well.Read More Read Less

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Dolphingirl | Age: 45-54 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
6/30/2016
Condition: Other
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I had been warned that this medication could cause constipation and for me the opposite is true. I experience diarrhea several times a day, almost every day of the week. Is this normal?

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ChrissyC97 | Age: 35-44 | On supplement for less than 1 month |
2/3/2016
Condition: Other
Overall rating 2.3
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I took it for a few days.. whether it helped or not remains to be seen because my chest has been bothering me. Will discuss with doctor further.

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10/24/2015
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Polysaccharide iron is linked to pnemonia, after having two episodes of a respiratory problem after taking high doses of this powder, I did my research and found I was not the only one. If your looking for liquid iron || bigycinate is better. The side effects of polysaccharide iron is unknown and yet to be researched.

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? | Age: 75 or over |
1/29/2015
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I have taken Hema-Plex,85 mg elemental iron, for anemia for several years with on side effects. Two months ago I started I started having diahrea like episodes every morning. I'm not sure the iron is causing it. The Dr. says I am almost not anemic any longer. When I had to stop all medication and supplements five days prior to a colonoscopy, the diahrea symptons stopped also.

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fmar26 | Age: 75 or over | On supplement for 2 to less than 5 years |
11/18/2014
Condition: Other
Overall rating 1.7
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A lot of nausea, near diarrhea,hiccups, heartburns

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Iron pills | Age: 55-64 | On supplement for less than 1 month |
10/23/2014
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DogLover | Age: 55-64 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
10/3/2014
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.3
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I am taking Rx iron pills for low red blood cell count, anemia, and low hemoglobin. It has helped but also has caused me excessive diarrhea.

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clare | Age: 45-54 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
9/29/2014
Condition: Other
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Took iron supplements because I am anemic and lost alot of blood from menstrual periods. However after taking iron supplements for several weeks.....developed allergic reaction to them and had intense itching in vagina area. Initially thought it was yeast infection, them reaction to soaps/shampoos. After long exhaustive method of deduction.....finally realized it was allergic reaction to iron supplements that was causing inflammation and itching.

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horse | Age: 45-54 | On supplement for less than 1 month |
7/15/2014
Condition: Other
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Still feeling extremely tired, unable to get good rest.

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Fbrighteyes | Age: 45-54 | On supplement for 2 to less than 5 years |
7/8/2014
Condition: Fatigue
Overall rating 4.0
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I take the iron supplement and it does help me with fatigue. I have more energy, exercise better and just feel better. But I only take it on occasion when I feel I need it, 3 or 4 times a month. I don't have the best diet, though I am trying. At 50 years old, over weight and try to stay active and lose weight, this does help me.

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Age: 45-54 | On supplement for 1 to 6 months |
5/5/2014
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I donate plasma every few months and the last 3 times my iron level was too low for donation, even though I was taking an iron supplement on a daily basis. I am researching the possible causes and am curious as to the different types of iron supplements (glucanate,sulfate and fumarate). which one is best for someone with GERD and possible absorption problems?I also have hypothyroidism due to surgical removal of the gland.

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