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Was wondering about taking advil (ibuprofen) for heavy bleeding associated with uterine fibroids? have read it can make bleeding worse?
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True: Advil (ibuprofen) could worsen bleeding, but certainly would not improve bleeding.
Answered 3/16/2015
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