Patient's question:
Doctor, hello!For the past two months, I have been troubled by my menstrual cycle. It usually comes every 20-25 days, but each time it lasts at least 7 days! The amount of blood flow is very heavy—each period has at least twice the amount of the previous one. During the first and second days of my period, the pain is extremely severe, and on the fifth and sixth days, the flow is still very heavy. What could be causing this?
Two months ago, I had an abortion under anesthesia, and I have a history of severe menstrual cramps for a year. Every time I have my period, I take over-the-counter pain relievers. I also have cervical inflammation, which has not yet been fully cured.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, excessive menstrual bleeding or prolonged duration is common in conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometrial polyps, endometrial hyperplasia, and endometriosis. If the examination does not reveal any organic lesions, it should be considered functional uterine bleeding, which refers to cases with no obvious organic lesions but caused by endocrine regulatory system disorders. It is the most common type of menstrual disorders. It is recommended to go to the hospital for examination to identify the cause and receive timely treatment. Wishing you a speedy recovery!