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Anemic and taking otc 325mg iron. is there any way to tell if my iron level is up before next exam? does constipation mean it is working? yes or no???
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How do you FEEL?: If your anemia is caused by iron deficiency, this WILL help. If not, it will not help. Iron turns everybody's stool black and upsets the gut some; constipation is common. If you are iron deficient, you need to find out why -- heavy monthly loss, ill-advised vegetarianism, bleeding stomach ulcer, hookworm, tumor. Glad you're taking a proactive approach to your health.
Answered 8/29/2016
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