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Synonyms
Menorrhagiaheavy menstruation
Some women lose an excessive amount of blood during their period.
Articles for Heavy Periods
Diagnosis
Find out how heavy periods are diagnosed. Your GP will ask you about your symptoms and medical history. Further tests may be needed to establish an underlying cause.
Introduction
The medical term for heavy periods is 'menorrhagia'. Heavy bleeding doesn't necessarily mean there's anything seriously wrong, but it can affect a woman physically and emotionally, and disrupt everyday life.
Treatment
Read about the various treatment options for heavy periods. Medication is the main treatment but surgery may be used in some cases.
