What causes heavy menstrual bleeding?

Excessive bleeding, hemorrhages, and the presence of clots during menstruation can alter the everyday activities of women, affecting their social and personal life during the menstrual cycle due to the pain and discomfort that heavy and painful bleeding brings.

The causes of this type of menstrual period can be diverse, and specialists can identify them by performing physical and blood tests.

Hormonal changes:

Changes in estrogen and progesterone levels can cause menstrual cycles to be variable.

Uterine fibroids:

Non-cancerous fibroids tumors are located around the uterus or on the cervix.

Endometriosis:

Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue lining the inside uterus, the endometrium, grows outside of it.

Adenomyosis:

Occurs when cells that line the uterus walls grow into the muscle fibers of the uterine wall, causing uterus inflammation.

If you have heavy and painful periods, visit your doctor and ask what treatments can help you.

What is a heavy period?

  • Period that lasts more than seven days.
  • You must change the pad or tampon in less than 2 hours.
  • Presence of blood clots.
  • Your menstrual period prevents you from doing your daily tasks.

Disclaimer:

The content of this article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice

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