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Heavy Irregular Bleeding. Reason And Treatment?
Hi im 42 yrs old. for the past few months I have been bleeding very heavy. My period normally last for about 5 days. This month my period came and for the 1st 3 days it was very light but by the 4th day It got very heavy. I had my period for about 7 days then it stopped. On the 9th day I started bleeding again light. Its now the 11th day and im still bleeding lightly. What can be the cause? Thank You
Wed, 5 Jun 2013
Hi,
Thanks for discussing your problem with us.
Any abnormal bleeding after 40 needs evaluation to rule out rare but serious problems like endometrial hyperplasia & cancer of womb.
Cause may vary from a local cause like poly or fibroid, hormonal problem or an undiagnosed pregnancy complication. It may represent side effect of any medicine you are on.
You should see a gynecologist for examination & necessary tests like pelvic ultrasound.
Best wishes.
Thanks for discussing your problem with us.
Any abnormal bleeding after 40 needs evaluation to rule out rare but serious problems like endometrial hyperplasia & cancer of womb.
Cause may vary from a local cause like poly or fibroid, hormonal problem or an undiagnosed pregnancy complication. It may represent side effect of any medicine you are on.
You should see a gynecologist for examination & necessary tests like pelvic ultrasound.
Best wishes.
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