What does a heavier than normal period mean?

A sudden heavy period may be the result of normal hormonal fluctuations or a side effect of birth control. However, heavy periods can also indicate an underlying health condition. A person should talk to their doctor if they experience heavy bleeding or cramping that prevents them from completing normal activities.

What is the reason for heavy bleeding during periods?

Abnormal uterine bleeding is excessive menstrual bleeding or bleeding between periods. In most cases, the cause is not known. Known causes of abnormal uterine bleeding include polyps, fibroids, endometriosis, medication, infection and some forms of contraception.

Can you be pregnant and have a heavy period?

The short answer is no. Despite all of the claims out there, it isn’t possible to have a period while you’re pregnant. Rather, you might experience “spotting” during early pregnancy, which is usually light pink or dark brown in color.

How can I stop my period from being so heavy on pills?

Medical therapy for menorrhagia may include:

  1. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve), help reduce menstrual blood loss.
  2. Tranexamic acid.
  3. Oral contraceptives.
  4. Oral progesterone.
  5. Hormonal IUD (Liletta, Mirena).

Does taking iron make your period heavier?

And deficiency of iron can lead to iron-deficiency anemia, which may cause tiredness and draining of energy. Moreover, when the iron decreases in the body, it may raise the menstrual blood flow thus giving out heavy periods.

Does heavy bleeding mean infertility?

Sometimes your flow can a bit heavier than normal, but if you are experiencing very heavy menstrual bleeding, also known as menorrhagia, then you might be exhibiting signs of a deeper health issue that points to infertility. Menorrhagia can be another symptom of An ovulation.