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What Causes Abnormal Menstruation?

My period last week was abnormal. I came 4 days early and was very light. It went from bright red to brown all 4 days. The 5th day i had gone to the bathroom and wiped and there was a clot about the size of my ring finger. it was grey and pink. the following day i had a heavy period and was in a lot of pain with blood clots, this happened for two days. after that it was very light again with light red and brown flow for about 4. I currently have no spotting but have been cramping off and on since then.
Wed, 29 Jan 2020
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Hello,

Since you have period pains, it is due to the higher level of prostaglandins in your body.

You may take antispasmodics, spasm & antacids to feel better. Naproxen or Advil are also effective.

Sometimes, it can be due to secondary dysmenorrhea. Clots are tissues shed by the uterus, it's natural & should not be bothered about unless you have some pathology causing the symptoms like fibroid or endometriosis.

You are suggested to take uterine tonic & get clinically examined by a gynae to rule out fibroid or endometriosis. If the report is positive you will be treated accordingly.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Abnormal Menstruation?

Hello, Since you have period pains, it is due to the higher level of prostaglandins in your body. You may take antispasmodics, spasm & antacids to feel better. Naproxen or Advil are also effective. Sometimes, it can be due to secondary dysmenorrhea. Clots are tissues shed by the uterus, it s natural & should not be bothered about unless you have some pathology causing the symptoms like fibroid or endometriosis. You are suggested to take uterine tonic & get clinically examined by a gynae to rule out fibroid or endometriosis. If the report is positive you will be treated accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician