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Can you have a uterine ablation to control heavy periods?
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Yes: Endometrial ablation thins the layer that bleeds each month. This either stops your periods altogether or diminishes the flow. Not meant for women planning to maintain their fertility or have certain other pathology.
Answered 4/17/2012
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