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Heavy Periods (Menorrhagia)
Expert Assessment and Treatment for Heavy Periods
Heavy menstrual bleeding, also known as menorrhagia, can significantly impact your quality of life — affecting your physical health, emotional wellbeing, work, and daily activities. While heavy periods are common, they are not something you simply have to live with.
Dr Hossam Elsheikh provides specialist assessment and personalised treatment for women experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding, helping identify the underlying cause and develop an effective management plan.
You may have heavy periods if you
- Change sanitary products every 1–2 hours
- Pass large blood clots
- Have periods lasting longer than seven days
- Need to use double protection
- Have symptoms of anaemia such as fatigue or breathlessness
- Find periods interfere with daily activities
Causes of heavy bleeding
- Uterine fibroids
- Endometrial polyps
- Adenomyosis
- Hormonal imbalances
- PCOS
- Endometriosis
- Bleeding disorders
- Perimenopause
Treatment options
- Hormonal medications
- Non-hormonal medications
- Intrauterine systems (Mirena coil)
- Hysteroscopic procedures
- Fibroid treatment
- Minimally invasive surgery where appropriate
Why choose Dr Hossam Elsheikh?
Dr Elsheikh provides comprehensive and compassionate care, focusing on identifying the root cause of heavy periods and offering evidence-based treatment options that align with your individual needs.
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If heavy periods are affecting your quality of life, specialist assessment can help you find effective treatment and regain confidence in your daily activities.