A 25-year-old female asked:
I have been getting a day of heavy spotting five days before period for the past three cycles. also pain at sex and bloating, cramps, nausea. scared!
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Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
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.
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Last updated Jun 30, 2014
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