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What Causes Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Along With Severe Abdominal Pain?

I have a really heavy period on the first day. Like supers maybe last an hour or two with some leaks. I absolutely have to go swimming for a retreat this summer. But we will only be in the pool for about an hour or so. Will a super plus hold up? Is there something I can do? And my cramps are horrible the first day. Like laying on the couch crying kind of pain. We will be participating in a high ropes course for three hours as well. Any ideas?
Mon, 29 Aug 2016
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Thanks for posting on HCM
Heavy menstrual bleeding could be caused by many medical conditions some of which are: Hormonal imbalances, dysfunction of ovaries, uterine fibroids/polyps/cancer,pregnancy complications, IUD, medications, PID endometriosis....
There are just so many causes.I will suggest you see a Gynecologist for examination and investigation since the problem is recurrent. A pelvic ultrsound will be very useful.
Since you are preparing for a retreat, if menses should start at that time, many of your plans and activities may be distorted.I will suggest you try these pills during that time to postpone your menses.Norethisterone 5mg.You may take 1 tablet 3 times per day 3 days to the day you are expecting your menses and continue till you feel it is time to have your menses.Your menses will come 2 to 3 days after the last dose.I will however say this drug should be taken this way only when an occasion is very important and should not be a habit.
Hope my answer will help you
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What Causes Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Along With Severe Abdominal Pain?

Hi Thanks for posting on HCM Heavy menstrual bleeding could be caused by many medical conditions some of which are: Hormonal imbalances, dysfunction of ovaries, uterine fibroids/polyps/cancer,pregnancy complications, IUD, medications, PID endometriosis.... There are just so many causes.I will suggest you see a Gynecologist for examination and investigation since the problem is recurrent. A pelvic ultrsound will be very useful. Since you are preparing for a retreat, if menses should start at that time, many of your plans and activities may be distorted.I will suggest you try these pills during that time to postpone your menses.Norethisterone 5mg.You may take 1 tablet 3 times per day 3 days to the day you are expecting your menses and continue till you feel it is time to have your menses.Your menses will come 2 to 3 days after the last dose.I will however say this drug should be taken this way only when an occasion is very important and should not be a habit. Hope my answer will help you Best regards