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Can you have anemia and gestational diabetes at the same time?

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Dr. Christopher Dowd answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: They are not mutually exclusive.

Answered 7/20/2012

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Yes: Anemia is most commonly caused by low iron levels, but that must be confirmed by your doctor with bloodwork since there are many causes. Gestational diabetes means your blood sugar goes too high. Different issues.

Answered 11/26/2013

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