Comments on: I run in Boulder

By: Toni Church

Toni Church — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 22:31:48 +0000

That is frustrating Anemia is one of the conditions I do not have, I am glad you have a good support system and hope you can maintain your current levels. Happy Running!!

By: lisa @ early morning run

lisa @ early morning run — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 02:57:41 +0000

I’m sorry to hear about your troubles. It’s tough when there’s a medical issue trying to get in the way of what we really want to do. That’s great that you have a good support system. I hope you’re able to find a good way to manage this and still keep up your running!

Sending good thoughts your way!

By: Abby @ Change of Pace

Abby @ Change of Pace — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 02:01:50 +0000

Wow- that’s crazy. (And really frustrating.) Hopefully you’ll be able to at least maintain your levels through diet. And the acupuncturist definitely might be able to help.
I recently had my iron tested and was surprised to see normal levels. Sorry- no advice.
But, good luck with it and keep the upbeat attitude!

By: Jill @ Fitness, Health and Happiness

Jill @ Fitness, Health and Happiness — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:09:06 +0000

I’m so sorry to hear you’re going through this and still not finding answers. I hope you find something that works and soon!

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 22:03:39 +0000

It can be frustrating and discouraging when you think about the potential limitation that you may face the rest of your life, ie “this might be as good as it gets”. I know that feeling in trying to come back from Graves Disease. But don’t give up and “settle” yet. Sometimes it just takes time – lots of it – and you will get it figured out and be back on the comeback trail. I have a quote next to the computer: “The greater the challenge, the more glorious the triumph.” Keep your chin up!

I have a friend, who is an ultra trail runner, who has had chronic iron problems for years. I will ask her about what helps keeps her going.

By: Coreyanne Armstrong

Coreyanne Armstrong — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 17:24:41 +0000

Hi Miss Zippy! Not sure if I’ve ever commented here before, but whenever I read about anemia, my ears perk up. I have SO MUCH to say, and my problems aren’t nearly as serious as yours. Mine are mostly pregnancy related- but with six children and probably more in the future, that’s a consistent problem. I had pica really badly – turning to ice and wanting, craving dirt. My mom recently told me she’s eating 4-5 lemons a day, rind and all, and my first thought was – pica. I assume you know what pica is, with the internet around and with your terrible anemia, but just in case you don’t – it’s when you crave non-food items in great quantities and is a sign of severe iron deficiencies. She came to visit recently and got a horrible bruise from my 5-month old baby pinching her arm. Sleeping about twelve hours a day, too. Sure enough, she was tested and was low enough to get a shot of iron at the doctor right away and is trying to recover. Anyway, like I said, my problem is nowhere near as bad as yours – but if you would read my blog post on Iron deficiency I think you might find it really interesting. It could be full of stuff you already know, but based on the things I have read on here about your troubles with iron, I think that it may have a few new things to say. I certainly hope so!! Here it is: http://whosrunningthisplaceanyway.wordpress.com/2012/06/15/the-iron-age-and-pregnancy/

Hope you read it!!

By: marissa

marissa — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 16:01:05 +0000

ugh, so sorry. keep a positive attitude! thinking of you and hoping things improve greatly

By: Sherry

Sherry — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 09:18:50 +0000

Rather than just topping up your iron levels, has it been investigated where it is being lost?
Apparently our red blood cells get damaged pounding the pavement – I wonder if minimalist shoes might exacerbate this? I’m no expert, just a thought!
Another consideration that may/may not be applicable is that IUCD’s can cause heavier blood loss.
And maybe he is right – a break from running could allow your RBC’s to elevate to a level that they can then sustain whatever loss that is happening. Not what you want to hear I know!
Whatever it is I hope you find a solution soon!

By: Alison @ racingtales

Alison @ racingtales — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 02:35:57 +0000

Well, my initial response was: find another doctor! Actually, I think that’s still my response. I can understand how frustrating this must be for you! Perhaps start eating liver every day? Ugh. Whole bags of spinach knocked down with gallons of OJ? I know, entire bottles of molasses? So sorry you’re going through this. It’s not fair. I hope you can find an answer, and until then, like you said, don’t dwell on it. Just get out there and do what you know how to do. 6 month running break – for the birds!

By: Blogging Runer

Blogging Runer — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 21:06:16 +0000

I’m sorry your going through all of this. It must be so hard! Sending good thoughts your way…