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Dx iron deficient anemia; tx 300mg infusions venofer/mon. hgb never > 12.3; prior 2 3 cycle, was 11.8; gi series ok; bone marrow biopsy needed. jw?
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Not yet: Your doctor should review the iron studies before venofer given--also review of blood film under microscope and hemoglobin electrophoresis; involve an hematologist. Good luck.
Answered 3/31/2015
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