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How do iron supplements effect your menstrual flow - if at all? i've been taking iron for last 2 months per doctor and my p is less heavy & lighter
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Iron supplement: Not aware of iron supplements changing menstrual flow, but is recommended in women with heavy periods to treat/prevent iron deficiency anemia cause by the loss of blood (and iron in the blood)
Answered 7/31/2014
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