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A member asked:
Ok so this is embarrassing...my stool is black and it hurts to 'go' and i heard iron effects this but i had only taken one 65mg iron thing 2 days ago.
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Constipation: This is a common side effect of iron. Using a stool softener will make it much more comfortable. Eating a diet high in fiber, such as vegetables and salads will help. Drinking extra water is helpfull too.
Answered 4/8/2013
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