The Iron Clinic

14/06/2026

with .shine we are about to launch our educational series on everything about iron, iron metabolism, iron deficiency and iron treatment. This will be a mixture of blogs and talks. There will be more to come. The aim will be to present series of information to provide the information for people to help guide their own treatment. Here are the new 'family' of advisors

09/06/2026

🩸❤️ LITTLE RED'S FERRITIN FACT ❤️🩸

The difference isn't a new shampoo.
It isn't more biotin.
It isn't a miracle hair treatment.
And it definitely isn't a £200 serum.

👉 Sometimes, the difference is ferritin.

Ferritin is your body's iron store, and when those stores run low, your body starts making difficult choices.

Your heart and brain come first.
Your hair? Not so much.
That's why low ferritin can lead to,
😴 Exhaustion that sleep won't fix
🧠 Brain fog and poor concentration
😔 Low mood and irritability
💨 Breathlessness
🥶 Feeling cold all the time
💇 Hair thinning and excessive shedding
😟 Pale skin and dark circles under the eyes

When ferritin levels are restored, many people notice more than just improvements in their blood results.

✨ Their hair becomes healthier.
✨ Their skin regains colour.
✨ Their energy returns.
✨ They start feeling more like themselves again.

For people living with HHT, low ferritin and iron deficiency can be a constant battle because of ongoing blood loss.

That's why knowing your numbers and recognising the symptoms is so important.

🚨 Don't ignore the signs.
This June, during HHT Awareness Month, we're encouraging everyone to learn more about iron deficiency, ferritin levels, and the impact they can have on daily life.
Because sometimes the symptoms you've been putting up with aren't "normal" at all.

❤️ Know your symptoms.
❤️ Know your ferritin.
❤️ Know your body.

📢 Please SHARE this post and help us spread awareness.
🌐 Visit www.hhtireland.org for information, support and resources.

08/06/2026

Do you recognise the Symptoms of ?
Two flights of stairs test
Unexplained anxiety or new ADHD?
Unrelenting fatigue

25/05/2026

Types of IV iron , there appears a lot of new discussion about this but the data may not be apparent: -
Historically (30 years ago), iron was made with a dextran component that caused reactions (anaphylaxis) and was limited to use in renal failure patients on dialysis in hospital. This is obsolete (like IM injections) and no longer used.

Older I preparations include Iron sucrose (200mg) or gluconate (125mg) and again these were developed for the dialysis patients in mind. Unfortunately, they need multiple dosings and for some reason still commonly used in the USA (probably financial). An alternative is INFED cosmofer that can be given over 4-6 hours.

Newer irons include Iron carboxymaltose at 1000mg the market leader, where the majority of the clinical trial data exists and revolutionised IV practice in the last decade. It has the greatest data and proven use, lowest immediate side effect rate (2-3%) but can cause phosphate levels to fall 2 weeks post treatment, although this was not seen in clinical trials (it is an issue in those repeat dosing) this likely happens 1-2 per thousand. Monofer, was newer to market and has grown in data and clinical trials you can give more (upto 2000mg) but may have higher immediate side effect rates (8-9%) and was removed from France and Spain but lower risk of phosphate issues.

Overall, the newer IV irons have transformed care for women with iron deficiency, but there is a notable rise in 'sales' and 'wellness' posts that may be offering opinions rather than data and fact. What is clear is that those giving IV iron should have experience and clear protocols to minimise risks. Here Prof responds to recent concerns. (note we use both FCM and monofer and offer an individualised care pathway)

19/05/2026

Most women think exhaustion is just a part of life, but for many it’s iron deficiency.

loved working for The Iron Clinic and IronLife (UK) alongside Toby Richards to create doctor-led social media content around iron deficiency, anaemia, iron infusions and iron tablets for .shine charity

Spending time on Harley street watching iron infusions and speaking to patients completely changed my perspective on how overlooked iron deficiency really is. Especially for women who’s symptoms become normalised over time.

I’m proud to have worked on content designed to raise awareness and help more women recognise the signs 🤍

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11/05/2026

Heavy Periods (Heavy Menstrual Bleeding) is very common. HMB affects 1 in 3 women and the most common cause for and . Despite this the UK NICE guidance does not advocate testing Ferritin. The reason? - because there are no data suggesting that HMB causes iron deficiency and that iron deficiency causes symptoms. To address this The Iron Clinic has launched a screening project to gather data to change UK guidance.

Please help us https://www.shineonwomenshealth.org/

Note: HMB is a symptom that can have many causes, but it is often the HMB that can impact a woman's quality of life - here is a simple guide to symptoms (any 2 means HMB): -
The need to double protect
To get up at night-time
Double protect
Worried about going outdoors one or two days of the week

Note a tampon or sanitary pad can hold 10-15 ml of fluid. So more than a dozen per cycle means you are losing more than 80ml of blood. That adds up to ONE LITRE of BLOOD per year!!! HMB needs treating!

That is a LOT of IROn i.e. 500mg. and a normal diet will not support those losses.
Iron Deficiency needs treating!

Iron is stored in Ferritin and Ferritin is the best marker of iron stores
Ferritin > 50 is normal
Ferritin < 30 is iron deficiency

Iron Deficiency causes symptoms that can be disabling.

Yet there is no charity, no central place to get good advice, no recognised source for information, nowhere for women to get help advice and direction!

We will soon be transitioning to the IRONliFE, a Charity headed by Prof Toby Richards to raise awareness for women about heavy menstrual bleeding and iron deficiency. To offer the correct medical advice to empower women to get the correct information in order to get the correct treatment and to stop the suffering of many. Please watch this space over the next few weeks.

Visit the post for more.

09/05/2026

IRON INFUSION - BIRMINGHAM on thursday
We are delighted to be starting clinics at NEW locations in the UK, these are every 2-4 weeks initially but will hopefully grow. NEXT WEEK BIRMINGHAM
All bookings and consultations remain centrally through https://www.theironclinic.com/booking-an-appointment/ and we then organise the infusions at the most convienient location for you: details and dates https://www.theironclinic.com/contact/ - they are open now

BIRMINGHAM Consulting Rooms Birmingham

03/05/2026

IRON DEFICIENCY increases ANXIETY and DEPRESSION
27% of female university students have and double the rates of clinically significant and . Please read this poster presentation:
We have previously shown 3X increased rates of reported .
directly affects mental health, brain fog, forgetfulness, inability to concentrated, failure compute and cope, social anxiety, withdrawal, tearfulness; anxiety and depression. Often ignored, not talked about and galighted!

supports the SHINE Iron Research Project with .shine lead by Prof Toby Richards . With endorsement from the university VC we have screened 1500+ female students for Heavy Periods and tested for anaemia. We offer advice and direction on management, and actively seeking funds to offer treatment. has been very supportive to promote the SHINE project and support the health of women. Please contact us for information and any donation or support to .shine most welcome. The projects is run by students for students.

26/04/2026

NOT ALL IRON INFUSIONS ARE THE SAME
In the last decade that has been an increase in the use of iron infusions, particularly for women. Important as 1 in 3 women develop iron deficiency anaemia and many struggle for years often on and off tablets. An iron infusion can be transformative.

Every IV iron has a pro and con in terms of proven benefits (i.e research and clinical trial data) and their specific side effects. Nevertheless, no treatment is without risk and it is important that patients are well informed, supported and that the provider registered and experienced.

We have closely monitored the increase in 'Drip companies' and 'clinics' offering IV iron. However, dosing and products are variable it is not just an 'iron infusion'. We are concerned of recent reports about low dosing (62-200mg) and overdosing in some locations and have stepped in to support patients to ensure they are well cared for.

team contributed and supported the national and international guidelines and follow agreed protocols. In the UK this is governed by the CQC (Care Quality Commission) and is independently registered, probably the only provider (not under the umbrella of a clinic / hospital).

We support the .shine charity to raise awareness on evidence based best practices for women to get appropriate care