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Bleeding for 15 weeks after birth and contraceptive injection was given tranexamic acid but now im heavier im on iron and folic acid was low what now?

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Dr. Justin Diedrich answered

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A few things : 1. The bleeding this far out is normal after the Depo-Provera shot. 2. Heavier bleeding is normal because you're due for the next shot. 3. You're on iron post partum because you probably are anemic. 4. Frolic acid? Probably just a good idea. Good luck!

Answered 2/19/2015

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A member asked:

Bleeding for 15 weeks after birth and contraceptive injection was given tranexamic acid but now im heavier im on iron and folic acid was low what now?

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