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What Is The Cause For A 15 Day Long Menstrual Cycle Considering I Am A Smoker?
I AM A 45 YEAR OLD WOMAN MY CYCLE HAS BEEN FLOWING FOR 15 DAYS. IT WAS NORMAL FOR THE FIRST WEEK, IT JUST HASN'T STOPPED. I DON'T HAVE ANY PAIN OR CRAMPS, THIS IS A FIRST FOR ME AND I AM STARTING TO GET CONCERNED. I AM NOT ON ANY MEDICATION BUT I AM A SMOKER. MY LAST CHILD WAS 16 1/2 YEARS AGO.
Sat, 25 Jan 2014
Hi,
This is most probably due to the menstrual irregularities that occur when one is approaching menopause. But some diseases like fibroids, endometrial carcinoma etc can also cause excessive bleeding and must be ruled out. In my opinion, you should consult your doctor so that a local examination can be done. Your doctor may also advice some tests to rule out any pathological causes which should be done.
Best wishes.
This is most probably due to the menstrual irregularities that occur when one is approaching menopause. But some diseases like fibroids, endometrial carcinoma etc can also cause excessive bleeding and must be ruled out. In my opinion, you should consult your doctor so that a local examination can be done. Your doctor may also advice some tests to rule out any pathological causes which should be done.
Best wishes.
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