Patient's question:
Mom is 45 years old. This month, her menstruation has lasted for 20 days without stopping. She went to the pharmacy and hospital for check-ups, but they couldn't find any illness. Medications didn't help either. Now she is taking herbal medicine from a traditional healer, and she doesn't know if it will be effective. Please ask, what kind of illness is this?Doctor's answer:
Hello! The normal duration of a menstrual period is 3 to 7 days, with a minority lasting 3 to 5 days. If the menstrual period lasts more than 7 days, it is considered prolonged. There are many reasons for prolonged menstruation, such as: uterine fibroids, endometritis, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, ovarian diseases, endocrine disorders, etc. It is recommended that you undergo an ultrasound examination of the pelvic organs to rule out organic causes. Diagnostic curettage can help confirm the diagnosis and also achieve hemostatic effects. Rest, maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the external genitalia, and enhance nutrition.