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bumbling

Updated 1y ago

Struggling with Synthroid and Iron Supplements

Hi! I’ve recently been put on Synthroid, and also iron supplements. My iron levels are critically low right now. I have a hard time standing up for long periods of time, and I get extremely lightheaded and overheated so quickly. Is this a problem for anyone else? Are there any ways to make it less severe, or do I just need to wait until it all levels out?

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One user mentioned experiencing similar symptoms, such as blacking out and feeling like they're falling due to low iron levels. They suggested sitting down when the sensation occurs. Another user shar...See More

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Cjb2

1y

Ask about getting the iron infusion!! I was taking iron pills for years but it never seemed to work and it made me nauseous. My doctor said you get the infusion once every 1-2 years depending on how long your levels stay at a decent amount and you go back and get them checked every few months. It’s helped me so much!

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