Menstrual bleeding is when there is heavy and heavy bleeding during menstruation, which can last for more than 7 days. It can have several causes and is one of the most frequent complaints in gynecology offices.
Excessive menstrual bleeding, scientifically called menorrhagia, can be dangerous because it causes a marked decrease in iron and the appearance of anemia, reducing the amount of oxygen in the body. In addition, depending on the cause of the excessive bleeding, the woman may have a serious health problem, such as cancer, so it is important to seek medical help.
Treatment for menstrual bleeding
Treatment for menstrual bleeding depends on the cause of the excessive bleeding. Thus, in cases related to the production of hormones, usually the remedies to stop menstrual bleeding are oral contraceptives. In case of infection, it is recommended to take the most appropriate antibiotic medicine. In more severe cases, such as uterine fibroids or cancer, hysterectomy surgery may be indicated to remove part or all of the uterus.
See examples of remedies and more treatment options to stop prolonged menstruation.
Symptoms of menstrual bleeding
The characteristic symptom of menstrual bleeding is the loss of abundant blood through the vagina for more than 7 days. Other symptoms that usually accompany menstrual bleeding are:
- Pain in the intimate region; Menstruation with large pieces; Abdominal swelling; Easy tiredness; There may be fever.
When the woman feels these symptoms she should see a gynecologist to perform a physical, gynecological, blood, ultrasound examination in order to diagnose the cause and start the appropriate treatment.
Causes of menstrual bleeding
The causes of menstrual bleeding can be diverse, being related to hormonal, physical or disease factors that include:
- Modifications of the uterus, such as myoma, polyps, adenomyosis and cancer; Changes in blood clotting; Hormonal problems such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism or lack of ovulation; Infection in the uterus, urinary tract or bladder; Use of oral contraceptives; Pregnancy or spontaneous abortion.
When it is not possible to identify the cause of excessive bleeding, it can be considered that the woman suffers from dysfunctional uterine bleeding that does not have an organic cause and that leads to uncontrolled growth of the lining of the uterus, causing bleeding and increasing the chances of developing cancer of the endometrium.
