PLEASE HELP!!!

[sp00ky]

I have been bleeding NON-STOP for almost 40 days now! It isn't very heavy, but sometimes, when I'm moving or just sitting, it suddenly gushes and produces large clots.  I'm not having "typical" period pains, but I have very sore hips - I don't know if this is connected though.  I have been to the doctor about this three times already, and all they do is put on me on pills that stop my period - but as soon as I finish them, my period comes back "with a vengeance".  My menstrual cycle normalizes for a few months after that, but this is becoming a consistent problem.  I have been for a scan at the hospital and nothing showed up!  I've also had blood tests, but my hormone levels are normal. NORMAL?! How can they be normal? What is causing this? I would be eternally grateful for any help you could give me.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

You are having menorrhagia.

There are a number of different conditions that might cause a woman to experience menorrhagia. For example, prolonged and heavy bleeding may be a symptom of abnormal blood clotting. It might also signify fibroids or cancer of the uterine lining. In some cases, menorrhagia may be caused by certain birth control methods, such as intrauterine devices (IUD).

Untreated, menorrhagia may lead to a number of other health problems. Most commonly, women who experience menorrhagia may develop iron deficiency anemia due to the excessive blood loss. In many cases, menorrhagia is accompanied by dysmenorrhea, or abnormally painful menstrual periods. Painful menorrhagia is generally a symptom of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

Because menorrhagia is usually a symptom of another underlying condition, treatment varies depending on the cause of the bleeding. It is important to see one's doctor in order to diagnose and treat whatever is disrupting the menstrual cycle. Oral contraceptives are frequently prescribed to regulate the period. In cases of very advanced uterine cancer, physicians may suggest a hysterectomy to remove the cancerous tissue. Furthermore, iron supplements may be prescribed to counteract the loss of blood caused by menorrhagia.

Let us know about how you are doing and if you need any other information.

Post us about what your doctor advises.

Regards.

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi
Thanks for writing to the forum!

Did you have a vaginal scan or an abdominal one? Chances of a polyp, fibroid or cervicitis are high. I would suggest a repeat scan through vaginal route. PID, IUDs, hormonal imbalances etc too cause this problem. Endometrial cancer or hyperplasia are other causes.
Hope this helps. It is difficult to comment beyond this at this stage. Please consult aa gynecologist for this. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!