Heavy Periods (Menorrhagia): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Heavy menstrual bleeding, medically called menorrhagia, affects many women and can significantly impact daily life. Periods that last longer than usual or require frequent pad changes may indicate an underlying medical condition.

Understanding the causes and treatment options helps women manage heavy periods effectively.

What Are Heavy Periods

Periods are considered heavy when:

• bleeding lasts more than 7 days
• pads or tampons need changing every 1–2 hours
• large blood clots occur
• fatigue or anemia develops

Common Causes

Hormonal imbalance

Hormones such as estrogen and progesterone regulate the menstrual cycle. When these hormones become imbalanced, the uterine lining may thicken excessively, causing heavy bleeding.

Uterine fibroids

Fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus that may lead to heavy periods and pelvic pain.

PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome can disrupt ovulation and cause irregular or heavy periods.

Symptoms

Common symptoms include:

• prolonged bleeding
• severe cramps
• fatigue
• dizziness due to anemia

Treatment Options

Doctors may recommend:

• hormonal therapy
• medications to reduce bleeding
• lifestyle changes
• surgical options in severe cases

When to See a Doctor

Seek medical help if heavy bleeding interferes with daily life or causes weakness.

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