My hemoglobin is 11.3, my iron is 28 and my iron saturation is 8. i feel very tired, doctor ordered injectafer 750 mg iv 2 doses. will that help increase my iron saturation? risks? side effects?

See below: The benefit of the proposed treatment exceed the potential risks. You may discuss with your doctor if oral iron may suffice, even though you will need to take it for a few months, if not longer.

Anemia: If you're a menstruating female, the cause of your iron deficiency anemia is most likely monthly blood loss during periods. I'm not a fan of iv iron unless you can't tolerate or absorb enough oral iron. A product that has 65 mgs combined with vitamin C and a stool softener taken twice a day is often effective in raising your iron level gradually but steadily. However, your physician knows you best