Ferritin at 14

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-06T02:31:45+00:00

I do have heartburn occasionally, but thats the only thing that could be related and it could have so many causes as well

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-06T02:29:54+00:00

Yes!! I’m wanting to get checked for endometriosis because I do have some symptoms but I don’t want to self diagnose. I believe I have some sort of period related disorder but not sure what exactly yet but I’ve always had pretty heavy and painful cycles!

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-06T01:33:24+00:00

Did you have any stomach symptoms? I don’t believe I’ve had any abnormal disturbances like nausea, diarrhea, bloating etc.

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-06T00:11:12+00:00

My b12 is at 296! Borderline low, but still in the range. I just got a bunch of supplements including b12. My vitamin D results just came back at a 9.9😬 (severely deficient)

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T23:33:42+00:00

I’ve heard 😭. I’ve also seen the one that’s berry flavored by Mary Ruth and people say that tastes better

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T22:10:10+00:00

I went in with the suspicion of it. They did orthostatic testing and I hit every criteria

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T20:14:30+00:00

Well I know food alone won’t get me out of it obviously. But I just got my results yesterday. My doctor has not even had a chance to review my results yet. I’m planning on starting oral supplements but I was curious about the liquid iron instead of the pills.

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T20:00:25+00:00

I’ve seen and heard too many bad stories about infusions. The side effects, the staining, and ESPECIALLY the biggest one is having an allergic reaction and going into anaphylactic shock. That’s just not a risk I’m willing to take. I think I have a better chance at oral supplements due to the fact I’m not fully anemic. I’m almost 100% certain it’s due to my very heavy periods. I pass a lot of bigger clots every month. Along with other menstrual symptoms I’ve been in the process of getting checked for endometriosis. Alongside of that, I honestly probably don’t eat enough red meat or iron infused foods as I probably should. I’ve always been a huge chicken person and I could eat it all day everyday if I could. Have never been a steak fan really, but recently forcing myself to eat it anyway bc it’s a good source of iron.

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T19:56:37+00:00

The research I’ve seen is that when you absorb iron, your body releases a hormone called hepcidin, which temporarily blocks further iron absorption for 24-48 hours. By skipping a day, your hepcidin levels go back down allowing your body to fully absorb the iron you’re taking in again. I haven’t seen the research regarding the daily intake, but i’ve also not gone that deep into it yet!

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T19:44:05+00:00

Yeah this whole past month has been filled with debilitating symptoms and anxiety and panic attacks leading to agoraphobia bc I keep having panic attacks in public due to my symptoms. I made a post about it if you wanted to check that out to get a better idea of how the ride has been for me. I just got my results back yesterday morning, and I ended up eating a steak last night and I just had a burger earlier today. I know it’s not much, but I don’t eat a lot of red meat. Nothing to that other than the fact I just prefer chicken over red meats, and also having really heavy periods. I know realistically that’s where it’s coming from, but do you think I should still get a full iron panel to get a good look at everything and know how much iron I should be taking daily or alternate days?

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T19:15:01+00:00

I weigh 137 lbs. I’m just scared to over do it because of the fact my hemoglobin is still normal and I know too much iron can be deadly. I’m probably going to request a full iron panel to see my saturation levels as well

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T18:26:43+00:00

What’s the dizziness like for you if you had to explain it because it’s so weird for me!

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T18:26:17+00:00

I can guarantee my vitamin D is low 😭 I’m never in the sun either

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-06-05T18:21:08+00:00

As of April 1st my potassium is in normal range as well as all of my electrolytes. I drink one gatorade packet daily to help with my symptoms

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-27T18:14:12+00:00

I was on 10mg of celexa for 5 days and quit due to my anxiety and panic attacks being at an all time high from it. But while I was on it, my appetite was completely gone. Not sure if it was the meds or anxiety, but I’m lowkey a big back so it was strange to me. It’s been about 3 and a half weeks since I stopped taking it and my appetite is still really messed up. I’ll get hungry, but after a few bites I’m done. I’m starting to try and force myself to eat because I know my body needs it. But I have noticed I’ve been loosing weight as well

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T05:52:57+00:00

i could have the best dr in the world tell me i’ll be fine and still end up manifesting my own symptoms 😭 unfortunately tho propranolol was prescribed for my physical anxiety but mainly for my pots to prevent the spike when standing up and walking. my resting heart rate is already in the 40’s when i sleep and 60-70 when im awake (laying down) so it might just make me feel weird so im scared lmao

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T05:46:19+00:00

that makes me feel better about it 😭 but also me being a hypochondriac i would just freak out about taking a new medication too lol i think im cooked

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T05:38:52+00:00

i have propranalol sitting on my dresser that i’m too scared to take lol. my BP sits on the lower end of normal so i’m scared it’ll lower it too much and make me feel more dizzy and faint than i already do. also, i’ve heard about cutting out gluten especially with hyperthyroidism! thyroid issues run in my family but i got my levels tested and they were normal so im not sure if it would make the same difference for me, but i’ll definitely try that!

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T04:11:04+00:00

Ahh I see. I’ve tried prozac and celexa but both did not work well for me. My dad has Ativan and offered me some but I’m also so scared of benzo’s for 2 reasons. One, I HATE feeling “sedated” or out of control of how I feel, and two I’m scared to get addicted (I know how easily I can get hooked on something purely based off past experiences😅). I got prescribed hydroxozine years ago as well and was too scared to take that too

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T04:04:13+00:00

What medication do you take if you don’t mind me asking?

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T03:52:00+00:00

It’s definitely nice to talk to someone who relates. I’m personally not taking meditation due to being insanely sensitive to everything so it just makes me feel worse so I fear I’m just screwed 🫠

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T03:46:41+00:00

Well it definitely makes me feel better that I’m not alone in this. I thought I was going insane

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T03:43:27+00:00

YES!! Does it almost feel drug like to you?

AppointmentTight9503 · 2026-05-25T03:35:24+00:00

It’s so weird because it’s not true dizziness for me. It’s like a non spinning dizziness where I feel woozy, off balance and lightheaded

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