Periods are called ‘heavy’ by doctors if you experience:

1. flooding;
2. soaking of underwear or bedclothes;
3. passing large clots of blood;
4. having to change sanitary wear frequently or at night;
5. heavy losses that stop you from doing things you normally do or would like to do (e.g. going out).

The cause of heavy period

Some women have always had heavy periods and it is very difficult for them to know whether their periods are abnormal or not. Sometimes the only symptom of a heavy period problem is tiredness. This may be due to anaemia caused by the amount of iron lost with the blood.

Sometimes periods become heavier:

1. after childbirth,
2. after coming off the pill,
3. following the insertion of an intra-uterine contraceptive device (IUCD or coil),
4. during the years leading up to the menopause.

If your period seems to be changing:

1. it becomes heavier;
2. it becomes more or less frequent;
3. it occurs with pain when it has not before;

then consult your doctor. This is particularly so over the age of 45.

Your periods may have changed due to the menopause but they may also have changed due to something abnormal inside the womb, such as fibroids, cysts, polyps or other causes.

Are heavy periods a common problem?
Period problems are very common. Most women will need to consult their doctor at some time for a problem relating to their periods. Please do not feel embarrassed or afraid to ask questions.

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