Do you have heavy or long periods that are painful and affect your life dramatically? If so, you are not alone. About 10 percent of women have endometriosis, and many more women have issues with their menstrual cycle. Here is what you need to know about endometrial ablation in our
Category: Menstrual Cycles
Three Potential Causes of Irregular Periods and What to Do
Having an irregular period is more than an inconvenience; it is also an indicator that something might be wrong. It is important to report any changes to your period to your doctor. There are a lot of things that can cause irregular periods, including birth control changes, menopause, and even
Three Non-Hysterectomy Procedures for Heavy, Painful Periods
Many women experience heavy and painful periods, especially after bearing children. There can be different causes for heavy periods. And depending on the cause of your painful periods, they may require surgical or nonsurgical intervention. In spite of what you may have read, you don’t have to have a hysterectomy
Four Things You Should Know about NovaSure
For women, “heavy period” is practically a curse word. It carries with it the thoughts of changing pads and tampons constantly, enduring significant pain, and feeling irritable and exhausted for a week at a time. One in five women in the US have a heavy period, which means that one