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Topic: Can antibiotics cause anemia?

Rivendell
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My LLMD found that I was slightly anemic. We didn't get around to whether the anemia should be treated or not.

But I look really pale.

I have been taking Ceftin among other things which can sometimes cause anemia.

Has anyone had to quit taking antibiotics because they caused anemia?

Thanks

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Love my kids
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Member # 32876

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Yes, antibiotics can mess with your blood counts. My LLMD has been watching my CBC for months. It dropped when I started Rocephin. Be careful about supplementing with iron as iron feeds Bb.

L

I used to take huge doses of iron from my PCP prior to Lyme dx. It likely helped the Lyme more than it helped my anemia.

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Healing thoughts to you,

L.

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Rivendell
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Thanks. I didn't know that iron feeds Lyme.

I wonder if Procrit would be better.

The doc didn't suggest anything at this point.

Has your iron level improved?

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