What are heavy periods?
About 10 million women suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding.1 Many women begin to experience heavy and/or irregular bleeding in their 30’s and 40’s, as they begin to get closer to menopause. Heavy periods are more than just a hassle – they take a physical, social, and emotional toll as well.
Studies show heavy menstrual bleeding can affect women in a number of ways:
Physical:
•Many feel tired and nauseated
•Many experience bad cramps
•Many have headaches
Emotional:
•77% have depression or moodiness
•75% feel anxious
•57% report a lack of confidence during their period
Social:
•More than 60% have had to miss social or athletic events1
•About 80% report avoiding sex
•33% have been forced to miss work
Antheia Gynecology has an individualized approach to treating abnormal bleeding. A complete evaluation is done and all treatment options are reviewed. We offer traditional and non-invasive options, in-office endometrial ablation and minimally invasive surgery options.
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