Such cases are best determined and monitored by a physician. Iron deficiency anemia is not caused solely by lack of available iron, but by co-factors and other nutrients that affect its assimilation. Recent studies have shown that excess iron may be a factor for heart disease in males. The evidence is not clear yet, but I think time will show this to be the case. Another recent discovery is iron's involvement as a pro-oxidant in aids patients.
Iron plays a significant role in the apoptotic process in aids.
Some think this is the mechanism by which the virus kills t-cells. In this case, the oxidation process, facilitated by iron, is definitely a factor. As always, check with your health care provider before making any changes to your supplementation regimen. I currently take Agenerase, and I am told that it can affect my vitamin E level. Glaxo Wellcome, the company that markets the product, claims it is used to make the drug more stable and easier to digest.