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Don't Ignore Heavy Periods: Doctor's Warning
18 Aug
Summary
- Heavy menstrual bleeding, or menorrhagia, is excessive blood loss.
- It often goes unnoticed but can have serious health consequences.
- Seek medical help for consistently heavy or prolonged periods.
Heavy menstrual bleeding, medically termed menorrhagia, refers to experiencing significantly more blood loss than usual or periods lasting longer than expected. Dr. Pranathi Aravind, a senior consultant in obstetrics and gynaecology, highlights that this condition is frequently overlooked and accepted as normal.
However, Dr. Aravind stresses that heavy periods are a symptom of potentially larger health issues and should not be ignored, especially if they cause adverse health effects. Women who consistently experience heavy menstrual flow, require pad changes every hour for several consecutive hours, pass large blood clots, or bleed for more than a week are advised to seek prompt medical consultation for diagnosis and treatment options.
