Here are some period problems that are worth discussing with a medical expert.
The medical term for an exceedingly heavy or long period ismenorrhagia.
(The non-medical term?
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Hell on earth, perhaps?)
Bleeding for more than seven days is another period problem that points at menorrhagia, theCDCnotes.
Speaking of which, menorrhagia can throw a truly huge and annoying wrench into your day-to-day life.
Both types of polyps are typically non-cancerous but, in rare cases, may containcancercells.
Polycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS) is another possible heavy-bleeding cause.
Unfortunately, excessive bleeding from PCOS can strike after months of an MIA period.
ITP usually comes along with other symptoms like easy and excessivebruisingor arashof reddish-purple dots on a persons lower legs.
Your period causes days of pain so bad its hard to leave your bed.
If that knocks out your cramps, awesome.
Youre likely dealing with severe dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps), and doctors can help.
There are two types of dysmenorrhea: primary dysmenorrhea and secondary dysmenorrhea.
Primary dysmenorrhea is pain thats due to natural pain-causing chemicals associated with your period.
Secondary dysmenorrhea is the result of a disorder in the reproductive system.
Fibroidsare a common culprit behind secondary dysmenorrhea.
Your period often takes you by complete surprise.
An unexpected period is a classic annoying menstrual cycle problem.
But they can also happen because of various health conditions.
PCOS and uterine polyps, which we discussed earlier, could be behind irregular bleeding, too.
Your period decides to ghost you for a while.
Sometimes people miss the obvious, she notes.
Here are a few other things that could be making you miss your period:
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Youre spotting a ton between periods.
More rarely, spotting in between periods can be a sign ofcervical cancer, according to theMayo Clinic.
You have debilitating mood issues before your period.
If you notice these symptoms only appearing the week before your period, PMDD might be your issue.
Either way, talking to a doctor may help.
These are FDA-approved to treat PMDD.
You have excruciating migraines before or during your period.
Ifmigraineswere even remotely considerate, theyd at least leave you alone when youre about to get your period.
Unfortunately,period migrainesare another issue you’re free to add to the list of common period problems.
If youre dealing with this, your typical migraine medication may work for you.
As you probably know if youve grappled with migraines, the treatment options are legion.
No matter which period problems are affecting you, you dont have to suffer in silence.
You have no reason to feel embarrassed about your periodor the many period problems that can come with it.
Celebrities are out heretalking about menstruation) problems, too!
Some pad commercials evengaspuseredblood,these days!
What a time to be alive.
If youre having period problems, see your doctor for help.
