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I've been extremely tired the past couple days, i just came off my cycle and i do have low iron. why am i so tired?
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Blood Loss Anemia: How much are you bleeding after your cycles? If you're bleeding any more than what soaks a pad/tampon per hour then that's too much and it may explain your fatigue. Even a regular period though can be fatiguing -- especially if you have low iron, which means you're lacking in the building blocks to make blood. Take supplements. Or try birth control pills to lighten your periods!
Answered 12/25/2013
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