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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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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

True: Advil (ibuprofen) could worsen bleeding, but certainly would not improve bleeding.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/16/2015

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A member asked:

Was wondering about taking advil (ibuprofen) for heavy bleeding associated with uterine fibroids? have read it can make bleeding worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Corey Clay answered

Dr Ali agreed

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