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Iron
Mar 26, 2009 15:47:23 GMT -5
Post by crystallyn on Mar 26, 2009 15:47:23 GMT -5
I just got in an argument with a complete moron. I've been looking for an iron IV since obviously I can't absorb iron through supplements. She said that since my hemoglobin is good and ferritin(23) was in range it would be unethical to help me.
She looked at my IGF-1 66 (150-300) and said that this was the range for a teenage boy. According to her, the range for a 38 year old woman is 50-112 and therefore I am absolutely fine. Anyone hear this before??? If this is true then the vast majority of members here have acromegaly.
Oh, she noticed that I tested through healthcheck. She said you can't trust online labs. Hello---it's labcorp! I can't believe this. After that conversation, I instantly started shaking and a pounding headache.
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Iron
Mar 26, 2009 17:10:44 GMT -5
Post by justaustin on Mar 26, 2009 17:10:44 GMT -5
What kind of doc did you consult with? Sound like an idiot!! I'd fire her. Would it be possible to get your local doc(the one who has learned from you) to order/administer iron injections? forums.realthyroidhelp.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=10355My ferritin has been between 19-33. I'd been leery to use iron due to my H&H being near top of range. My new doc indicated optimal ferritin is 70-80. He also reminded me(and I forgot) that most people who live in higher elevations have higher H&H's anyway. And, they do fine. I asked him what he thought would be an optimal IGF-1 for my age/sex. I'll be 43 next month. He said 200's up to 300. Mine was 150. Didn't budge with HC. QUACK, Laurie
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Iron
Mar 26, 2009 17:17:45 GMT -5
Post by fractal1 on Mar 26, 2009 17:17:45 GMT -5
Sorry, but I have to say it... WHAT A pregnant dog! Conventional Lab Range according to Greenspan's Basic & Clinical Endocrinology are: Women 25 - 39 y/old = 114–492 g/L Women 40 - 54 y/old = 90–360 g/L So you're below conservative lab ranges - and that's even in the older age group category! It's also notable that many people with GH deficiency have IGF-1 levels within conventional ranges. I have not read one peer-reviewed paper on GH-deficiency that doesn't mention this. After getting over initial 'hormonal jostling', HGH has made a massive difference for me. I can't remember the last time I slept so well and long. What's also interesting is that I now have a healthy appetite and have put on a couple of kilos (yipee!). I think this is because the stress of sleep deprivation meant that I was constantly low cortisol. My mind is also a lot more sharper. My IGF-1 was within range. Cheers
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Iron
Mar 26, 2009 17:18:55 GMT -5
Post by fractal1 on Mar 26, 2009 17:18:55 GMT -5
LOL - the silly 'swear word' filter changed my insult... well, I suppose you get the gist of what I meant ;D ;D
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Iron
Mar 27, 2009 14:32:41 GMT -5
Post by crystallyn on Mar 27, 2009 14:32:41 GMT -5
What kind of doc did you consult with? Sound like an idiot!! I'd fire her. Would it be possible to get your local doc(the one who has learned from you) to order/administer iron injections? forums.realthyroidhelp.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=10355My ferritin has been between 19-33. I'd been leery to use iron due to my H&H being near top of range. My new doc indicated optimal ferritin is 70-80. He also reminded me(and I forgot) that most people who live in higher elevations have higher H&H's anyway. And, they do fine. I asked him what he thought would be an optimal IGF-1 for my age/sex. I'll be 43 next month. He said 200's up to 300. Mine was 150. Didn't budge with HC. QUACK, Laurie The doctor(MD) is a regular family practice that we use for the simple stuff-LOL. I saw him for that dang ear infection and he offered to help me with the IV. He even said that my IGF was too low. I should write a letter to him saying what happened. My good doctor will Rx shots and they will do it for me. I decided to try an IV and I think he'll order that too, if not, shots. I shouldn't have even bothered with the MD, but he offered first. I live in the mountains with the deer and cougars at high elevation. That's interesting. People come to visit from sea level and can't breathe-LOL
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Iron
Mar 27, 2009 14:38:04 GMT -5
Post by crystallyn on Mar 27, 2009 14:38:04 GMT -5
Sorry, but I have to say it... WHAT A pregnant dog! Conventional Lab Range according to Greenspan's Basic & Clinical Endocrinology are: Women 25 - 39 y/old = 114–492 g/L Women 40 - 54 y/old = 90–360 g/L So you're below conservative lab ranges - and that's even in the older age group category! It's also notable that many people with GH deficiency have IGF-1 levels within conventional ranges. I have not read one peer-reviewed paper on GH-deficiency that doesn't mention this. After getting over initial 'hormonal jostling', HGH has made a massive difference for me. I can't remember the last time I slept so well and long. What's also interesting is that I now have a healthy appetite and have put on a couple of kilos (yipee!). I think this is because the stress of sleep deprivation meant that I was constantly low cortisol. My mind is also a lot more sharper. My IGF-1 was within range. Cheers Ruth, say it like it is. LOL I've already been Dx with a pituitary problem, I didn't need the IV ladies( not sure her official title) opinion. I don't know where she found those IGF ranges. My good doctor already called in a Rx for the HGH but I'm waiting until I figure out iron etc. I'm glad to hear that you're doing well on HGH!
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Iron
Mar 28, 2009 21:40:07 GMT -5
Post by fractal1 on Mar 28, 2009 21:40:07 GMT -5
hehe... I'm sure a B is a 'female dog' and not a 'pregnant dog' ;D
Please keep us posted on the iron and HGH.
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Iron
Apr 1, 2009 18:13:12 GMT -5
Post by sallycinnamon on Apr 1, 2009 18:13:12 GMT -5
hah i thought that was some strange victorian slang frac
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