Excessive Bleeding

If you have experienced heavy bleeding during your menstrual period and cramping that interferes with your daily activities, you may have a condition called menorrhagia.

Although heavy menstrual bleeding is a common concern among pre-menopausal women, few women experience blood loss severe enough to be defined as menorrhagia.

The only way to determine the cause of heavy bleeding is an extensive diagnostic evaluation by a physician. Some causes can include:

• Hormonal imbalance
• Fibroids
• Dysfunction of the Ovaries
• Polyps
• Cancer
• Inherited Bleeding Disorders

If you have menstrual bleeding so heavy that you dread your period, talk with your doctor. There are many surgical and non-surgical effective treatments for menorrhagia.

If you are in need of a physician, visit our Baptist Medical Group Ladies First practice for caring providers in multiple locations.