Heavy periods are common, but very heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding should not simply be accepted as normal. Bleeding that lasts more than 7 days, requires frequent changes of pads or tampons, involves large blood clots or leaves you exhausted can be a sign that something needs to be evaluated. Heavy menstrual bleeding can occur because of fibroids, adenomyosis, problems with ovulation, PCOS, thyroid disorders, bleeding disorders, certain medicines or other conditions. Finding the underlying cause is important because treatment depends on why the bleeding is happening.
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Heavy Periods: Causes, When They Are Not Normal and Treatment Options
Heavy periods are more than just an inconvenience when they interfere with daily life, last longer than 7 days or cause symptoms such as fatigue and dizziness. Learn the common causes of heavy menstrual bleeding and when to see a gynecologist.
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