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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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Dr. Laura Anissian answered

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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Dr. Cynthia Palabrica answered

Bleeding: Bleeding as you describe needs to be evaluated by a gyn in person.

Dr Rhoads and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 12/31/2017

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A member asked:

My wife has had a heavy period for 5 weeks now and its not stopping. what can she do?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Dr. Cynthia Palabrica answered

Dr Rhoads and 5 doctors agreed

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