Low ferritin and muscle aches

Allergies, blood and immune system
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Hi

At a recent blood test I found I have low ferritin level of 10 . The year before it was 11/12 but was told to supplement with food like red meat

I am struggling to take the tablets as I also have gastritis . I have had both bowel and stomach checked for bleeding 

They believe my low iron is because I have very short period cycles 

I not really feel that tired but one symptom that has started is achy muscles in legs arms and back . It it not same muscle all times and jumps about the place .

Gp thinks it could be due to my low iron

Anyone else had this or can offer any advice on being able to take the supplements . I am trying the liquid every second day 

Ellie 

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Have you asked for a ferritin infusion? It should get you levels up quickly without the stomach related symptoms. 

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Hello, 

Can I ask if this has improved? 

My ferritin is also 10 and now been prescribed ferrous sulphate.

My arms and legs ache and I am so tired. 

Did your muscles improve? 

Many thanks 

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Also how long did any improvements take?

Thank you

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Sorry I only just seen this post . It went into junk . The muscle did improve over time .

However I have been really bad st taking iron this year due to stomach issues and feel so tired and weakness light headed.

It my own fault .