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For the past 4-6 months my period is chunky, sticky and comes out a very dark red color. i get my period regularly. is this worth seeing my doctor?
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Many options: There are lots of treatment options for heavy periods. For women who are not done having periods birth control pills work well. Mirena (levonorgestrel) iuds can decrease bleeding significantly. There is a nonhormonal medication called Lysteda that works great.
Answered 6/30/2014
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