Heavy Menstrual Bleeding – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) is one of the most common gynecological problems women face.
It can affect daily activities, cause fatigue, and sometimes indicate an underlying uterine condition.
Understanding the causes early helps prevent complications like anemia and infertility.
🔍 What Is Heavy Menstrual Bleeding?
Heavy bleeding means:
- Passing large clots
- Needing to change pads every 1–2 hours
- Periods lasting more than 7 days
- Feeling tired or dizzy during menstruation
This is not normal and requires medical evaluation.
⚠️ Common Causes of Heavy Periods
1️⃣ Uterine Causes
- Fibroids
- Adenomyosis
- Polyps
- Uterus enlargement
2️⃣ Hormonal Imbalance
- Thyroid problems
- PCOS
- Perimenopause
- Irregular ovulation
3️⃣ Infection or Inflammation
- Pelvic infection
- Endometritis
4️⃣ Pregnancy-Related Causes
- Miscarriage
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Postpartum issues
5️⃣ Less Common Causes
- Bleeding disorders
- Certain medications
- Uterine cancer (rare but must be ruled out)
🩺 Symptoms That Need Medical Attention
Seek medical help if you experience:
- Soaking pads every hour
- Severe abdominal cramps
- Persistent bleeding for more than 7 days
- Fainting or dizziness
- Bleeding between periods
- Difficulty performing routine activities
- Symptoms of anemia (weakness, breathlessness)
These symptoms may require immediate/immediate evaluation.
🧪 Diagnosis
- Physical examination
- Ultrasound pelvis
- Hormonal blood tests
- Thyroid profile
- PAP smear
- Endometrial biopsy
- Hysteroscopy for polyps or thickened lining
Accurate diagnosis helps choose the right treatment.
💊 Treatment Options
✔ Medication
- Hormonal tablets
- Pain relievers
- Iron supplements
- Hormonal IUDs
- Antibiotics (if infection)
✔ Procedures & Surgical Options
- Polyp removal
- Myomectomy (fibroid removal)
- Endometrial ablation
- Laparoscopic treatment for adenomyosis
- Hysterectomy (only if necessary)
✔ Lifestyle Recommendations
- Iron-rich diet
- Hydration
- Regular exercise
- Stress reduction
- Avoiding junk & spicy food
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