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Possible fibroid, heavy bleeding should i go to er? my doctor can't see me for weeks, how serious can this get if bleeding stays this heavy?

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Yes: Go to an urgent care center or ed to be evaluated. This is clearly not normal.

Dr Fisher agreed

Answered 3/10/2013

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