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What Causes Heavy Menstrual Bleeding?
Question: I am experiencing heavy bleeding. it's about 2 weeks after my last period so it's off schedule. and it's thinner than usual. I'm 48. It's somewhat like a faucet.
Brief Answer:
Menorrhagia
Detailed Answer:
Hello Mam,
Thank you so much writing in Healthcare Magic.
I understand your concern.You are suffering from Menorrhagia.It can be due to many underlying diseases such as;
Uterine firbroids
Adenomyosis
Ovarian dysfunction.
If I were your doctor ,I would have asked you to go through Complete blood count,Lower abdomen ultrasonography .On the basis of these reports ,i would have considered your treatment plan.For now I would suggest you to see a doctor since you are bleeding a lot and might become anemic.Please eat healthy
Hope this helps.Feel free to ask more
Dr.Moumita Chakraborty
Menorrhagia
Detailed Answer:
Hello Mam,
Thank you so much writing in Healthcare Magic.
I understand your concern.You are suffering from Menorrhagia.It can be due to many underlying diseases such as;
Uterine firbroids
Adenomyosis
Ovarian dysfunction.
If I were your doctor ,I would have asked you to go through Complete blood count,Lower abdomen ultrasonography .On the basis of these reports ,i would have considered your treatment plan.For now I would suggest you to see a doctor since you are bleeding a lot and might become anemic.Please eat healthy
Hope this helps.Feel free to ask more
Dr.Moumita Chakraborty
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