What Is an Iron Infusion? Iron is a mineral your body needs to make hemoglobin, the part of red blood cells that carries oxygen to all your organs and tissues. An iron infusion is a treatment for low ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I was prescribed iron for a low iron level due to “microcytic anemia.” I couldn’t tolerate oral iron because of constipation and hemorrhoids, so my doctor prescribed iron infusions.

A groundbreaking study has revealed that a single iron infusion during the third trimester can significantly reduce anemia in pregnant women, outperforming oral iron tablets. This innovation can ...

A single dose of intravenous (IV) iron dextran is the cost-effective treatment for women with heavy menstrual bleeding and ...

Panelists discuss how IV iron formulations requiring fewer infusion visits tend to have better adherence rates, while the ongoing nursing shortage has created additional challenges in scheduling and ...

Over 1 billion people globally are affected by iron-deficiency anemia. In sub-Saharan Africa, anemia is a major public health concern with roughly 60% of the population suffering from anemia. Around ...

Immunocompromised patients face heightened scrutiny for symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic, impacting their treatment experience. Honesty about symptoms, despite potential treatment delays, is ...

Dr. Roach: I was prescribed iron for a low iron level due to "microcytic anemia." I couldn't tolerate oral iron because of constipation and hemorrhoids, so my doctor prescribed iron infusions. But I ...

Q: I was prescribed iron for a low iron level due to “microcytic anemia.” I couldn’t tolerate oral iron because of constipation and hemorrhoids, so my doctor prescribed iron infusions. But I had an ...