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I've been having symptoms of anemia, i started taking iron supplements, do you think it's important to talk to my doctor? or can i self diagnose?
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Speak to doc: You need to see doctor and have an exam to reach a diagnosis. Don't just guess can create more problems this way. Go see your doctor
Answered 2/19/2017
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