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Could iron deficiency anemia be from heavy menstrual cycles? i have anemia and am wondering if that could be the cause.
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Absolutely: You would probably benefit from taking an iron supplement. Speak to your doctor about perhaps started birth control pills. It's actually a common reason why it is initiated in young women. The pill usually makes your period shorter and lighter, and would certainly help the anemia from getting worse.
Answered 2/1/2018
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