Patient's question:
Since I started having my period, my menstrual flow has always been very light. I want to know if having a light menstrual flow is a sign of anemia?Doctor's answer:
Menstrual volume is not necessarily due to anemia. Although there is a certain correlation between the two, reduced menstrual volume is not caused by anemia. The amount of menstrual flow is generally related to the endocrine system and the shedding of the endometrium. If menstrual bleeding is relatively light again, it is usually necessary to undergo a color Doppler ultrasound examination. At the same time, attention should be paid to the possibility of endocrine disorders, and blood tests for the six hormones can be performed.