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My friend is currently on her period, and bleeding heavily, and having like clots of blood come out. what could this be? why is it happening?

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Dr. Cynthia Archer answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not enough info: without more specific information, this question can't be answered. See if your friend would like to ask directly. If she is bleeding very heavily and soaking more than one maxi pad an hour for four hours, or if she feels faint or has severe pain she should be seen immediately on an acute care facility. Good luck.

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 5/5/2015

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A member asked:

My friend is currently on her period, and bleeding heavily, and having like clots of blood come out. what could this be? why is it happening?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cynthia Archer answered

Dr Willson agreed

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