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I have extreme fatigue when i have my period. my flow is very light and i'm not anemic. what could be the cause and is this normal?

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Dr. Mary David answered

Hormonal: This is not uncommon. It is a response to the hormonal changes.

Answered 8/23/2014

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A member asked:

I have extreme fatigue when i have my period. my flow is very light and i'm not anemic. what could be the cause and is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary David answered

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