Hypermenorrhea Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

Symptoms of menorrhagia include:

Menstrual bleeding lasting more than seven days
Unusually heavy bleeding (soaking through a sanitary napkin or tampon every hour)
Menstrual flow requiring change of sanitary protection during the night
Menstrual flow including large clots
Menstrual flow interfering with lifestyle
Fatigue and/or shortness of breath (symptoms of anemia )

Diagnosis

Your healthcare provider will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical examination including pelvic exam will be done as part of the evaluation. Tests may include:

Pap test
Blood tests
Pregnancy test
Ultrasound —a test that uses sound waves to examine your reproductive organs (uterus and ovaries)
Endometrial biopsy —removal of a sample of endometrial tissue to look for changes in the lining of the uterus
Dilation and curettage (D&C)—scraping of the inner lining of the uterus
Hysteroscopy—examination of the cervix and fallopian tubes using a telescope-like viewing device

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