Heavy Menstrual Bleeding - The Aberdeen Clinic

Abnormally heavy or prolonged is a common concern, but some women experience severe blood loss that they can’t maintain normal activities during their period and may cause iron deficiency anaemia.

Causes of heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) include:

Hormonal imbalances
Fibroids
Uterine polyps
Intra uterine contraceptive devices
Pregnancy complications
Uterine cancer
Bleeding disorders
Medications