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I was pregnant a year ago , and six months after was diagnosed with anaemia , and took iron tablets but has come back . will i always have it ?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

Anemia is common: In young menstruating women. Are we sure the only issue is iron deficiency?

Answered 1/1/2013

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Dr. Aasim Sehbai answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Pregnancy & anemia: Pregnancy can lead to physiological or dilutional anemia. It usually resolves after pregnancy is over. Women who are have heavy periods can also develop some iron deficiency anemia so monitoring hemoglobin and iron replacement is important.

Answered 10/4/2016

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