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What are the side-effects of iv iron? will i have to get a port for infusions or will they use a regular iv? i'm getting them 1x/week for 8 weeks.
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IV iron: Studies show IV iron can cause nausea and vomiting, swelling, strange taste, headache, dizziness, joint pain. However, please remember the benefits of replenishing your iron supply may vastly outweigh the risks which can be monitored. Good luck to you
Answered 9/20/2018
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