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A member asked:
I just got off of my period and my ferritin level is at a 2. my neurologist prescribed iron pills. will i be okay until i can get it filled? 2 is really really low?
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Yes, you should be OK until you get it filled. Take it as prescribed and be sure to follow up with your doctors to recheck your blood counts down the road. You should know that your stool will turn dark with iron. Good luck.
Answered 6/4/2023
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