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Menorrhagia

Menorrhagia is a menstrual period with abnormally intense flow and falls under the larger category of abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB). Also known as heavy menstrual periods, it is generally described as heavy and prolonged menstrual bleeding which disrupts the normal activities of a woman.

Cause

• Hormonal disturbances
• Ovarian dysfunction
• Uterine fibroids
• Uterine polyps
• Adenomyosis
• Non-hormonal Intrauterine Device (IUD)
• Pregnancy-related complications such as a miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy can cause Menorrhagia
• Cancer such as uterine, cervical or ovarian cancers
• Inherited bleeding disorders such as a platelet function disorder
• Medications, such as anti-inflammatory and anticoagulants
• Other health conditions such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), thyroid disorders, endometriosis, and liver or kidney disease.

Treatment

Very heavy periods at menarche and menopause might spontaneously settle. When the degree of bleeding is mild, a woman can be assured of not having any abnormal cause. In case of anaemia being caused during bleeding, iron tablets can be administered for restoring the normal level of haemoglobin.

However, for availing the best results, it is essential to consult a doctor.