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I have my period and yesterday i blacked out in the shower after i looked down and saw a lot of blood coming out. could i be anaemic? lacking iron?
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It's possible u: Could be anemic causing u to pass out. See your dr for a complete blood count. Follow up with your gyn and find out the cause of your excessive bleeding. Take care!
Answered 12/10/2013
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