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My wife has had a heavy period for 5 weeks now and its not stopping. what can she do?
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Heavy period: This is a long time, and she does risk losing a significant amount of blood which can cause anemia and fatigue. I would suggest she see her gynecologist for an exam and treatment.
Answered 12/23/2017
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Bleeding: Bleeding as you describe needs to be evaluated by a gyn in person.
Answered 12/31/2017
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