than 10 million women in the United States annually.Here are some key points about menorrhagia..
- Menorrhagia is the concern most commonly reported to health care providers.
- Menorrhagia can cause anemia in which a woman will exhibit symptoms such as tiredness, fatigue and shortness of breath due to the heavy bleeding.
- Menorrhagia affects a woman's ability to perform her normal daily activities.
- Complications of menorrhagia include iron deficiency anemia and severe pain.
From all indications, a woman with menorrhagia may also pass blood clots larger than a quarter and experience anemia due to the volume of blood loss. This is a severe form of heavy menstrual bleeding and often requires medical attention to treat the disorder.Treatment and prevention of menorrhagia
- Oral contraceptives aid in menstrual cycle regulation and decrease bleeding duration and quantity
- Oral progesterone is used to treat hormonal imbalance and decrease bleeding
- Hormonal IUD thins the lining of the uterus and decreases bleeding amount; it is also beneficial in decreasing uterine cramping
- Desmopressin nasal spray (Stimate) is used in certain situations
when bleeding disorders such as von Willebrand's disease or mild hemophilia are present to increase blood-clotting proteins...
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