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Had allergic reaction to an iron infusion. tried iton tablets and body just won't absorb them. what is the next step to help me feel better?
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Tough issue: Have you tried iron with vitamin C? Another potential solution is to use eat food with acidic property cooked in a cast iron pan.
Answered 3/16/2015
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