Anemia can occur for a variety of reasons. Red blood cells require certain nutrients to form properly, including vitamin B12, folic acid, and iron. If a person becomes deficient in these nutrients, anemia can result. Anemia can occur after blood loss, or during long-term disease. There are certain genetic illnesses that lead to anemia, such as thalassemia or sickle cell anemia.

Anemia can be tested with a blood test called a Complete Blood Count (CBC), which is one of the most simple tests and is covered by insurance. This test can be run at the same time as tests more specific for iron deficiency, B12 deficiency, and other tests if appropriate. With these results, your doctor can determine whether anemia is a causative factor in your symptoms, and treat you with nutrient supplementation if necessary.

We can give you high-dose vitamins and minerals in a capsule form to replenish your nutrient status. For instant results, intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy can be offered as well. IV therapy provides your cells with an immediate supply of the energy-boosting vitamins and minerals you need to enhance your immune system and improve overall health. Intramuscular injections of vitamin B12 can give you an energy boost as well, and help to stabilize your mood. Our Myer’s IV (Vitamin & Mineral IV) provides you with all of the B vitamins you need for energy, and vitamin C for stress reduction and immune health, plus calcium and magnesium for your mind, heart, muscles, and bones.

These injection therapies are performed by our naturopathic doctors. The B12 injection only takes 5-10 seconds, and the nutrient IV typically takes 20-30 minutes. B12 injections and IV nutrient therapy can be performed weekly for 3-5 weeks to boost your energy and improve your mood, and then once per month, or every few months, based on the severity of your symptoms. The more often these treatments are done, the faster you are likely to improve.

Dr. Peyman offers a free 15-minute phone consultation to get all the details about how we can help you.