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I am 51, dealing with menopause, l am anemia, haven been taking my iron pills, spotting between periods, what should i do ?
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Need more info: If you have anemia, we need to know the exact numbers. So tell us about your hemoglobin(Hb) level. There is a good solution for anemia but you need to go see a doctor who can check you and find the cause of anemia and give you appropriate treatment.
Answered 1/13/2016
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