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I have heavy blood flow whenever am menstruating, it usually lasts 6 to 7 days and the cramps are usually quite painful. what could be the cause?
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Normal variation: This could be normal variation (some women just bleed more due to a thicker lining on their uterus), or it could be due to uterine fibroids. In either case, birth control pills can help regulate your cycle and thin the lining of your uterus - which generally helps decrease blood flow and cramping.
Answered 5/16/2013
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Lots of options: You will need to see your obgyn for an exam and testing. Depending on your age and fertility plans there are lots of treatment options. Birth control pills can regulate your cycle. Mirena (levonorgestrel) iuds can minimize your periods. Lysteda is a great new hormone free drug used to stop heavy periods. If you are done with pregnancies ask if you are a candidate for an endometrial ablation.
Answered 6/30/2014
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