Hi Sue, I believe iron infusions, as opposed to intramuscular iron injections, can be risky. At my workplace they do not take place on the wards, but only under supervision in the intensive care unit. As you seem to be saying, the woman does not seem to have any indication that such drastic action is required. Nicole.
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Sue Cookson Sent: Monday, May 16, 2005 6:49 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] Iron infusion Hi, Not too sure if this isn't part of the same thread about 'dramatic' women,. What do any of you know about the risks/benefits of iron infusions after a PPH? Hb @ 5 weeks is 91, but mother active, walking, good milk supply (always), happy... Anyway, she's been advised by a medico to have an iron infusion and I can find very little in any of my Obs or midwifery texts. Looking forward to your wise responses, Sue -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
