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How to know if i have menorrhagia or a normal period flow?
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If your period: lasts longer than seven days, soaks through a pad or tampon every hour for two or more hours in a row, or comes with sudden surges or clots, then you may be experiencing menorrhagia. It’s good to get checked out by your doctor
Answered 11/15/2016
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Heavy menses: Menorrhagia/Heavy Menstrual Bleeding is any period bleeding that leads to soaking a pad/tampon more than every 2hrs, interferes w/ daily activities, or lasts >7days. There are many causes: fibroids, polyp, hormonal imbalance (TSH/Prog/Estr), adenomyosis, bleeding disorders and cancer. Get checked out. Taking progesterone (pills/IUD) can help to thin the uterine lining so you don't bleed as much.
Answered 5/26/2015
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