Everything You Need to Know about IV Therapy

Infusion therapy encompasses a variety of treatments administered through intravenous injection, involving medications, vitamins, minerals, and more. By bypassing the digestive system, infusion therapy ensures a quicker and more complete absorption of these substances, which might otherwise be broken down or lose potency during digestive processing.

This method can be effective in treating both acute and chronic medical conditions, supporting or even serving as the main treatment. Additionally, infusion therapy at the Jean Walter Infusion Center offers hydration and nutritional support, enhancing general wellness or targeting specific deficiencies.

The therapy is versatile and capable of promoting physical and mental wellness by increasing energy levels, improving cardiovascular health, aiding in relaxation, and addressing dehydration, among other benefits. The specific impact of infusion therapy on the body greatly depends on the type of infusion administered.

For example, treatments for conditions like anemia, osteoporosis, asthma, lupus, Crohn’s disease, and gout are available at the Jean Walter Infusion Center. These treatments can modify or bolster the body’s immune response, restore balance, and reduce the side effects commonly associated with oral medications, such as gastrointestinal discomfort.

The duration of the effects from an IV infusion varies significantly based on several factors, including the type of infusion, the substances used, the body’s response to the treatment, individual metabolism, specific health conditions, and more.

At the Jean Walter Infusion Center, the approach to IV therapy is highly personalized, with treatment plans tailored to optimize the effectiveness of each patient. This customization allows for a wide range of conditions to be managed more effectively, potentially leading to faster recovery and improved quality of life.

For patients managing chronic conditions, IV therapy can be a continuous part of their healthcare routine, offering sustained benefits. On the other hand, those seeking relief from acute issues might only require a one-time series of treatments.

After completing an IV drip session at the Jean Walter Infusion Center, patients need to follow specific post-treatment instructions to ensure the best possible outcomes and minimize any potential complications.

Immediately following treatment, patients are advised to keep their bandages on for at least 30 minutes to protect the puncture site and change them if there is any sign of bleeding. Keeping the puncture site dry and clean is important, particularly in the first-hour post-treatment, which means avoiding any activities that could expose the site to water, such as showering or bathing.

Patients should be gentle with the area around the puncture site for a couple of days, and can apply an ice pack for 10 to 20 minutes at a time if they notice any bruising or swelling, ensuring a thin cloth is placed between the skin and the ice pack to avoid direct contact.

While minor pain, tiredness, or nausea might occur shortly after the infusion, these symptoms typically resolve quickly. If they persist, patients should consult the Jean Walter Infusion Center for further guidance.

The time it takes for a patient to feel better after an IV infusion at the Jean Walter Infusion Center can vary depending on the seriousness of their condition and other individual health factors. However, IV therapy is generally a fast-acting treatment option, especially compared to alternatives like oral medications or supplements.

Most patients begin to experience the benefits of IV therapy within a few hours after the treatment. This quick onset of action is due to the direct delivery of medications, nutrients, and vitamins into the bloodstream. The extent and nature of the benefits of IV drip therapy can be influenced by the specific treatment chosen and tailored to the patient’s needs. While ongoing treatment may be necessary for managing chronic conditions, with symptoms possibly taking days, weeks, or months to fully improve, benefits like enhanced mood and overall wellness promotion may be noticed much sooner.

Chronic issues such as inflammation might take longer to resolve, but patients can generally expect quick relief from symptoms and improvements in their overall physical and mental health shortly after receiving their IV infusion.

Dr. Nasser Nasseri, MD, can supply your body’s cells with the nutrition they require by using IV treatment to give nutrients straight to your bloodstream. For more information, contact us or request an appointment online. We have convenient locations to serve you in Maryland. We serve patients from Catonsville MD, Rosedale MD, Baltimore MD, Columbia MD, Glen Burnie MD, Edgewater MD, North Baltimore MD, Parkville MD, Middle River MD, Dundalk MD, Halethrope MD, Ellicott City MD, Laurel MD, Hebbville MD, Woodlawn MD, and the surrounding areas.