question: My aunt is suffering from anemia believed to be caused by bleeding ulcers. Being treated  - over a month ago, but blood cell counts still low. She has a transfusion and is close to needing another one. In addition she is losing eight at a rapid pace. Her body is not absorbing nutrients. She had bile duct cancer and had Whipple surgery about 3 years ago. Cancer markers all clear. Most concerning is weight loss and controlling the anemia. Any thoughts/recommendations on supplements that could help her body absorb/retain nutrients and iron?