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How does endometriosis cause anemia?

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And, again, the topic of iron levels and Endo came up at our Endometriosis Awareness & Support Walk : could the blood left in my pelvic region from shedding Endo have caused the “abnormally high” iron levels during a blood test? Just what does Endometriosis and iron do to our bodies? Anemia? read more

Endometrium is the tissue which lines the uterus (womb). In endometriosis some of this tissue is found in sites outside the uterus. This is a problem because this tissue bleeds at the time of menstruation (a period). read more

According to the Iron Disorders Institute, blood loss may be due to heavy menstruation, Endometriosis, and fibroids, which may lead to anemia. An average healthy woman’s body increases iron absorption during her period to make up for the loss of blood during her cycle. read more

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