Heavy Periods

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Excessive bleeding

Heavy periods, or menorrhagia, is the loss of an excessive amount of blood during a menstrual period. A normal loss of blood is roughly 30-60mls or 2-4 tablespoons.

If you are suddenly experiencing a much heavier blood flow than normal for your cycle, speak to one of our specialists. We are committed to providing the highest standards of service and are here to help. View our blog page about stress, as this can also be a factor in heavy periods.

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Excessive bleeding

If you are unsure of whether or not your bleed is abnormal, a good indicator of a heavy period is needing to use both towels and tampons at the same time, having to change pads every two hours or less, passing large blood clots, having to get up at night to change your pad, or flooding through to your clothes or bedsheets.

Menorrhagia can also be a side effect of anticoagulants and some chemotherapy drugs. In some cases, heavy bleeding can be caused by having an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) fitted (which can make periods much heavier for the first 3-6 cycles after insertion).

Postpartum Bleeding

Bleeding after childbirth is known as lochia, and is completely normal. It lasts for 2-6 weeks and is the body’s process of clearing the womb lining after pregnancy.

Diagnosis for heavy bleeding may require a pelvic exam, blood test, or ultrasound. Depending on your diagnosis, treatment could involve hormone-based medication, hormonal implants or injections, NSAIDs (anti-inflammatory medication), or surgery.

Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Heavy periods may or may not be accompanied by menstrual pain. Several conditions can lead to heavy periods, including:

  • polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS),
  • pelvic inflammatory disease (PID),
  • fibroids,
  • endometriosis,
  • adenomyosis,
  • cervical or endometrial polyps (non-cancerous growths),
  • underactive thyroid,
  • clotting disorders, or cancer.

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A female doctor is always available if you prefer.

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What are the benefits of having polyps removed?
Removal is a simple procedure, but can reduce symptoms such as bleeding mid-cycle or after sex, and may reduce abnormal discharge. It also reduces the risk of cancer.
Polyps that are growing outside of the cervix, inside the vaginal canal, can be removed fairly easily with a polyp forceps. This is a simple and gentle procedure in which the polyp is grasped at its base, twisted off, and then tied. It may be covered with silver nitrate, which can stop any bleeding that occurs, although this is not always necessary. The polyp will be sent to the laboratory for testing to check for any neoplasia (cell changes).
The process is fairly simple and generally not painful. You may feel some discomfort afterwards, similar to period pain. Our specialists are experienced in dealing with cervical polyps and you will be well taken care of. You can always request a female specialist if you prefer.

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