Women with iron deficiency often experience more intense menstrual cycles. Heavier and longer bleeding, severe cramping, and magnified mood swings are all typical signs. Because low iron negatively impacts your platelet count, your body's ability to stem blood flow is compromised. Anyone experiencing unusually heavy bleeding should have their iron levels checked, even if it feels like their iron levels are at their normal baseline.

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