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Hi if i am super anemic will taking iron pills delay my period? also how do i delay my period without birth control?

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Hormonal therapy: and GYN evaluation of female and thyroid hormones including a pelvic exam.

Answered 6/20/2018

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A member asked:

Hi if i am super anemic will taking iron pills delay my period? also how do i delay my period without birth control?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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