Menorrhagia
(Diseases)
On this page, you will find everythingyou need to know about menorrhagia.
What Is Menorrhagia?
- Menorrhagia is menstrual bleeding that lasts more than 7 days or involves heavier blood flow than normal, which can interfere with daily activities. It is a very common condition and is often linked to various health issues. In some cases, it may lead to complications such as anemia.
- What Are the Symptoms of Menorrhagia?
- Needing to change sanitary pads every hour or more frequently.
- Requiring protective position to manage bleeding.
- Bleeding or heavy flow lasting more than 7 days.
- Waking up at night to change pads.
Symptoms similar to anemia, such as severe fatigue and shortness of breath.
- Difficulty performing daily tasks.
- What Causes Menorrhagia?
- Hormonal imbalance.
- Adenomyosis.
- Uterine fibroids.
- Endometrial adenomyosis.
- Intrauterine device (IUD).
- Pregnancy complications.
- Cancerous tumors.
- Hereditary bleeding disorders.
Certain medications.
Ovarian dysfunction.
- How Is Menorrhagia Diagnosed?
- The doctor will take a full medical history and perform a physical examination. Additional tests may be requested based on the situation, such as:
- Blood tests.
- Hysteroscopy.
- Transvaginal or pelvic ultrasound.
Endometrial biopsy.
Pap smear.
- How Is Menorrhagia Treated?
- Treatment varies depending on the cause and severity of the condition. It may include:
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
- Hormonal contraceptives.
Progesterone-containing hormonal therapy.
- Iron supplements.
- In severe cases, treatment may require:
- Removal of uterine fibroids.
Endometrial ablation.
Hysterectomy (removal of the uterus).
How Can Menorrhagia Be Prevented?
- Currently, there is no known way to prevent menorrhagia.
- What Are the Complications of Menorrhagia?
Anemia.
- Severe menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea).
- When Should You See a Doctor?
- If you experience heavy vaginal bleeding, especially if you need to change sanitary pads every hour or two.
Bleeding between periods or unusual vaginal bleeding.
Any vaginal bleeding after menopause.
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