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Anemic before Gastric Sleeve

Hi,

I apologize if this topic has been started. Did anyone have low Iron levels before gastric sleeve surgery?

My iron levels are low and I have been taking iron tablets to increase the levels. I am considering having the surgery done in Mexico the end of next month. Please let me know your experience I am a nervous wreck right now.

Thank you

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    Low iron won't affect your ability to have the surgery. Mine was low before and still is low. I'm taking 325mg iron 3 times a day. I've had iron infusions and still only get close to normal levels

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    I've had pernicious anemia for years before surgery and it hasn't affected anything. My Iron levels will always be low no matter what I do for the rest of my life.

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    It didn't affect me. I take 325 mg twice a day. I've been anemic for several years. No issue for surgery.

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