Exploring a Persistent Symptom of Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA)
Are you one of those people that's always cold? The habits of Mainline Wellness patients indicate that the summer months are the busiest at the clinics. False Creek and Surrey locations are bustling with summer energy from May through September. Longer days and outdoor activity may motivate people seeking proper management of their iron levels in the summer, but did you know that it's just as important and perhaps even more critical to your health to maintain your wellness as the temperature drops? If you struggle with temperature moderation in your body and tend to feel cold, get your iron checked. An iron infusion may alleviate your challenge with Canada's winter conditions. It's worth noting that Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can also be exacerbated by iron deficiency (ID) and IDA, and this is another reason to focus on restoring iron levels as fall and winter approach.
Why does ID cause circulation issues?
Often, Mainline Wellness patients have experienced coldness in their bodies for years; they can't remember what it feels like to have proper bodily temperature moderation. Their body is not functioning optimally because they lack iron, an essential mineral. Oxygen is not travelling efficiently to all parts of the body as it does in an individual with healthy iron levels. Sometimes, patients report being blamed for feeling cold - they are told to eat more red meat or other persistent myths about IDA discount their symptoms. Eating your way out of IDA is not possible. Patients need validation - we see this more and more at Mainline.
How quickly will I begin to feel the effects of the iron infusion?
Patients report different timelines, but you can expect to begin to feel better circulation two weeks post infusion.
Interested in learning more about coldness related to IDA? VISIT HERE
Are there appointments available in September at Mainline Wellness? August is a busy time getting ready for back to school etc.
Yes, Mainline Wellness has two clinics - one in False Creek and one in Surrey. Both clinics can get patients in within a week of receiving a referral.
I don't have a doctor but suspect I'm low iron, what do I do?
If you think you may be a candidate for IV iron but don't have a GP or your care provider is not comfortable referring for IV iron, request a consult with an independent specialist from Well Health. Our new referral system will help you with the access you need.
How Does Mainline Wellness Fit In?
At Mainline Wellness, we are focused on improving the awareness and understanding of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in Canada to help more patients get the help they need – preoperative or otherwise.
We are committed to offering safe, timely, and accessible ER physician and nurse supervised iron infusions. Speak to your healthcare provider to see if iron infusions may be helpful for you. Treatment can begin within one week.
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