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I'm recently diagnosed with anemia. & i was supposed to start my period yesterday but i haven't started. does being anemic effect periods?
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Periods affect: Anemia does not affect periods. Heavy periods can cause anemia. If you are anemic ask if you should be taking an Iron supplement and discuss with your doctor the underlying cause of anemia and how to prevent it.
Answered 8/17/2015
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