Menstrual bleeding is normal. It is the shedding of the lining of the uterus that occurs during menstruation. There are many causes of prolonged menstrual bleeding, but they all have one thing in common: it means your uterine lining is not completely shed by your body yet.
The most common causes of prolonged menstrual bleeding include:
Prolonged menstrual bleeding is only possible if a woman’s period lasts more than 7 days
Prolonged menstrual bleeding is only possible if a woman’s period lasts more than 7 days. This condition is called prolonged menstrual bleeding or PMB for short. It is not common, but it does happen in about 5–10% of women and may be caused by underlying health problems such as anemia or iron deficiency.
If your periods last longer than 7 days without any obvious cause (like pregnancy) then you should visit a Specialist gynecologist Doctor before taking any actions to treat the symptoms yourself.
The good news is that it is rarely something to do with serious health conditions
The good news is that it rarely has something to do with serious health conditions. The most common causes of prolonged menstrual bleeding are:
- Polyps or growths in the uterus (the womb)
- Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to your uterine lining grows outside of the uterus and can cause pain and vaginal bleeding during menstruation. This can also cause infertility and other symptoms such as heavy periods or cramps in addition to prolonged bleeding
Missed or late period
If you miss a period, it could be a sign of pregnancy and/or PCOS. If this is the case, we recommend seeing your doctor for further testing.
If you have missed more than three consecutive periods (in other words if there has been no bleeding since at least the beginning of your last cycle), then there is also a chance that your period has been late for some time and this might be due to an underlying medical condition such as thyroid problems or an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism).
The menopause
Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when her periods stop. This can occur anywhere between the ages of 45 and 55, although many women do not experience it until after they have passed through menopause.
The average age at which women begin to experience this change is between 45 and 55 years old, but some women do not experience it until they are older than 60 or even older than 70. The reason for this is that there are many other factors affecting your body during this stage of life—such as diet, exercise routine and stress levels—that may contribute to whether or not you develop symptoms related specifically to uterine bleeding in particular.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
If you are going through prolonged menstrual bleeding and have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), there are several things you can do to treat it.
PCOS is a hormone disorder that can cause irregular menstrual periods and infertility, as well as acne, hair loss, and weight gain. The symptoms of PCOS include:
- Irregular periods (amenorrhea)
- Hirsutism (excessive body hair)
- Acne (pimples on the face) and/or oily skin are more likely in women with PCOS compared to controls who do not have the condition
Problems with your uterus
If you are experiencing excessive bleeding, it could mean that there is something wrong with the uterus. The uterus is a hollow organ that surrounds your baby and carries them during pregnancy. It also helps to nourish them after birth, so if it is not functioning properly or has been injured in any way, then this can cause heavy bleeding.
One of the most common reasons for prolonged menstrual bleeding is uterine fibroids (noncancerous tumors). Fibroid tumors are sometimes referred to as leiomyomas because they are made up of tissue similar to smooth muscle cells (fibroblasts). They form when connective tissue grows into place between two parts of an organ like this; one part pushes against another part causing pain or discomfort over time until finally, enough pressure builds up inside causing one side of your body to swell up even further than usual due to its weight pulling down on other areas like those around them.
Thyroid problems
If you are experiencing heavy, prolonged bleeding and have a thyroid problem, it is important to get checked out by a doctor. Thyroid disorders can cause many symptoms including:
- A missed period or irregular period (periods that come and go)
- A heavier than normal flow of blood during menstruation (menstrual flow)
In most cases prolonged menstrual bleeding is harmless, but you should see your doctor just in case as it can be treated
In most cases prolonged menstrual bleeding is harmless, but you should visit the Gynecology & Obstetrics Clinic in Abu Dhabi just in case it can be treated. The causes of prolonged menstrual bleeding include:
- Anemia (low red blood cells)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Chronic pelvic pain or endometriosis
It is important to see a Specialist gynecologist Doctor if the bleeding lasts more than 7 days and heavy blood loss occurs. You may also have clots if there are many of them in your urine or on toilet paper after you have gone to the bathroom.
Final word
As we all know, menstruation is a natural process for women. It is normal for your menstrual cycle to last longer than usual, but it does not mean you have to suffer. The best way to prevent prolonged bleeding is by taking care of your health and eating healthy foods. You should also see a Specialist gynecologist Doctor if you are experiencing any severe symptoms or pain during your period.
