If your period lasts more than 7 days and includes blood loss of about 5½ tablespoons or more (about 1/3 cup), you may have heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB).
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These possible signs of HMB may mean it's time to talk to your doctor
HMB signs may include a menstrual flow that:
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Soaks through 1 or more pads or tampons every hour for several hours in a row
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Results in about 1/3 cup (about 5½ tablespoons) of blood loss or more
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Contains blood clots the size of a quarter or larger
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Keeps you from doing the things you would normally do
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Needs you to double up on pads to control your menstrual flow
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Makes it necessary to change pads or tampons during the night
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Lasts more than 7 days
Other possible signs of HMB:
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Having constant pain in the lower part of the stomach during your periods
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Feeling tired, lacking energy, or having shortness of breath
Don't let these potential HMB signs run your life anymore. It's time to take on HMB
and talk to your doctor today!
How did this happen?
While uterine-related problems, hormone-related problems, and other illnesses or disorders may cause HMB, in some women who have HMB, doctors have been unable to find the cause.
What can I do about it?
Download the Period Tracker, use it to help you keep track of your monthly menstrual symptoms, and bring it with you to your next doctor’s appointment.
Indications For Natazia
Natazia is a birth control pill approved to prevent pregnancy. Natazia can also be used for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding that is not caused by any diagnosed conditions of the uterus (womb) in women who decide to use the Pill for birth control.
NATAZIA has not been studied for pregnancy prevention in women who are obese (body mass index >30).
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