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What Causes Heavy Prolonged Menstruation In A 50 Year Old Woman?

I am a fifty year old woman. due to heavy menstrual periods for the last one year , i have undergone D & C in Aug 2015 and the periods stopped completely for ten months. But in June 2016 the periods started and not stopping even after ten days but this time it is normal and not like before.. kindly advise
Fri, 3 Jan 2020
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Hello,

Prolonged heavy bleeding during perimenopause may be due to the estrogen-progesterone imbalance. This imbalance can cause the uterine lining to become too thick.

Then, when you get your period, it can take forever for the lining to shed. You may also have uterine polyps growing from the wall of your uterus which can lengthen bleeding.

So I'd suggest consult a gynec for complete evaluation and for hormone replacement therapy.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Heavy Prolonged Menstruation In A 50 Year Old Woman?

Hello, Prolonged heavy bleeding during perimenopause may be due to the estrogen-progesterone imbalance. This imbalance can cause the uterine lining to become too thick. Then, when you get your period, it can take forever for the lining to shed. You may also have uterine polyps growing from the wall of your uterus which can lengthen bleeding. So I d suggest consult a gynec for complete evaluation and for hormone replacement therapy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician