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Iron deficiency
I had a successful esophagectomy five years ago and am doing fine—for the most part. I do have iron deficiency induced anemia and am taking an iron supplement that is not enough. I read recently that GI tract issues inhibit iron absorption. Does anyone have insights on this subject?
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Hello, yes my husband had Ivor Lewis 11 months ago. Recently hes been having trouble with dehydration and has also become very anaemic. He needed 5 blood transfusions over 3 days while in hospital. We were shocked as he hadn’t been having regular blood tests. He is feeling much better in himself now but he will be monitored and have blood tests more frequently to make sure his level stays up where it should be.
We believe he became anaemic due to malnutrition so are seeing a surgeon soon and hoping he will have a Jtube placed to help.
Sorry I can’t be more help, but I think in some people, this does happen
Wishing you all the best in your recovery
Deb