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Is Irregular Menstrual Periods A Cause For Concern?

Hi! I am 40yrs old and lately I have been having issues with my menstrual period. A few months ago it started getting lighter but lasting a bit longer. Then this month it started at the beginning of the month, lasted about 7 days or so, went away for like 2-3 days & started again, this time it has been over a week & as the days go by it seems like it s getting heavier. What does this mean? Should I be worried?
Mon, 20 Jan 2020
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Hello,

Any irregular bleeding, especially in women 35 years and older, needs to be checked.

I would advise you to have a check with your doctor and thus have a vaginal exam, a Pap smear (if you have not had one in the last 3 years) and possibly a transvaginal ultrasound.

According to the results of these tests, the doctor will decide on the possible diagnosis and necessary treatment.

I hope this answers your query and is helpful to you. Let me know if I may assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj,
General and Family Physician
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Is Irregular Menstrual Periods A Cause For Concern?

Hello, Any irregular bleeding, especially in women 35 years and older, needs to be checked. I would advise you to have a check with your doctor and thus have a vaginal exam, a Pap smear (if you have not had one in the last 3 years) and possibly a transvaginal ultrasound. According to the results of these tests, the doctor will decide on the possible diagnosis and necessary treatment. I hope this answers your query and is helpful to you. Let me know if I may assist you further. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General and Family Physician