There are a number of diseases which can cause heavy bleeding. We can investigate possible causes and offer treatment if necessary.  It is important to remember that in about half the women with heavy bleeding, no cause can be found.

It is important to remember that your periods may be affected by stress and if you are going through any kind of crisis, it is possible that your periods may settle down once that crisis has been resolved. Meanwhile, reassurance from us that there is nothing seriously wrong may help you to accept this change as a common, and usually temporary, response to stress. For many women, however, there is no easy solution to the stress in their lives and if this is the case, you will need to decide whether you want to seek treatment for your heavy bleeding. The main categories of problem bleeding that we encounter are listed below.

Regular heavy bleeding - investigations normal.

This may be due to stress, ageing, or for reasons we do not yet fully understand

Irregular periods - investigations normal

If your smear and swabs (to check for any infections down below) are normal, this is most likely to be the result of hormonal imbalance. If the investigations are normal, advice regarding treatment for this problem can be provided.

Regular periods occasional bleeding after sex or between proper periods.

This can be the result of being on the pill, a hormone imbalance, or due to problems with the cervix.  If your smear and swabs (to check for any infections down below) are normal, this is most likely to be the result of hormonal imbalance.  Advice regarding treatment for this problem can be provided.

Problem bleeding - problem found on investigation

There are many causes of irregular or heavy bleeding.  If a problem is found on investigation this can be explained to you, and the best way to manage the problem can be discussed with you.


Bleeding after the menopause

This is usually due to the effects of the menopause. Some tests will be necessary to ensure there are no suspicious circumstances.

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