Very Heavy Flow

BerylX

I kinda feel a little weird posting this, but my period had always been on the heavy side.
Then one month 4 years ago and ever since then, it was and has been unbelievably heavy like I`m talkin' 2 pairs of underwear both with 3 pads lining them at once kinda heavy, then not making it to break time at school.
So...I bought depends type underwear, and that`s what I wear now for my period. Pads just don`t cut it anymore.
Anyone out there like this too or am I all alone?

Jorra

I'd see your doctor about that. It sounds serious. Bleeding that much could lead to anemia. Are you feeling faint or weak more than normal during your period?

dad106

I'd see your doctor about that. It sounds serious. Bleeding that much could lead to anemia. Are you feeling faint or weak more than normal during your period?

I second the Doc idea.

It could be endometrios.. which can lead to problems later on.

You're not alone though.. my flow, while heavy before i went on B/C wasn't that heavy.. but I was soaking through a pad every like 2 -3 hrs it seemed like.

jetscreaminagain

I agree with the doc too. Very high chances you're anemic from the blood loss. Also you may have a fibroid or other medical condition. Docs used to do hysterectomies a lot, but there are lots of treatments now. I had, my fibroid treated without surgery and it was a world of difference.

In the meantime, I swear by the diva cup. It holds a lot more than a tampon and pad combined.

tpomeroy727

I will ditto the visit to your doctor. I've suffered with heavy flow for 2-3 years and my doctor finally gave me a medicine sample to try (Lysteda). It realllllly helped with the flow and also reduced the intensity of my cramps. Down side: it's freaking expensive (like $165/month) so I'm not able to take it. Thus, I continue to suffer each month. Maybe it can work for you, though.


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christine24t

Definitely see your doctor. That heavy of a flow is not normal.