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I have anemia and take iron medication (ferrous sulfate). should i continue if i recently developed hemorrhoids and the iron makes me constipated?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Tk ferrous gluconate: It's much easier on the gut, or eat spinach, dark leafy greens have a lot or iron and trace minerals. Hydrate well!

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Answered 10/6/2016

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A member asked:

I have anemia and take iron medication (ferrous sulfate). should i continue if i recently developed hemorrhoids and the iron makes me constipated?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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