Symptom

Heavy periods

Heavy, painful menstrual bleeding does not mean there is anything seriously wrong but could be a sign of fibroids, endometrial polyps or endometriosis – all of which we can treat safely and effectively.

If you are having unusually painful and heavy periods (menstruation), you’ll know it can often stop you doing what you need to do. 

Why feel uncomfortable when there are so many things you want to get on with? Problems with periods may be caused by fibroids, endometrial polyps or endometriosis – all of which we can treat safely and effectively.Get in touch if you suffer from any of the following:

  • Periods that interferes with your lifestyle, or cause embarrassment and worry
  • Periods lasting longer than seven days
  • Soaking of pads or tampons every hour for several hours
  • Large blood clots in the flow
  • Tiredness or symptoms of anaemia (such as palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness or fainting)

Related conditions

Benign Gynaecology

Endometriosis

Endometriosis occurs when tissue usually found in your womb grows in other areas.

Fibroids in the womb

Fibroids are quite common. They are tissue lumps that grow in or around the womb.

Gynaecological cancer

Cancers that start in a woman's reproductive system are called Gynaecological Cancers. Treatment varies according to exactly where the cancer started.

Ovarian cysts

A cyst is a fluid filled sac that can develop in any area of the body. Ovarian cysts can develop in or around your ovaries.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovaries are usually larger than normal ovaries and contain twice the amount of follicles (cells where immature eggs are stored) as normal ovaries.

Problem periods (menstrual disorders)

Unusually painful and heavy periods (menstruation), may be caused by fibroids, endometrial polyps or endometriosis – all of which we can treat safely and effectively.

Unovulation

When your ovaries do not release an egg on a regular basis (monthly cycle) this is called unovulation.