Abnormal Bleeding

Evaluation and treatment of irregular bleeding

About Abnormal Bleeding

Abnormal uterine bleeding — periods that are too heavy, too long, too frequent, or irregular — is one of the most common reasons women visit the gynecologist. At Garden OB/GYN, we take your bleeding concerns seriously and work to identify the underlying cause. Whether it's hormonal imbalances, fibroids, polyps, or another condition, we offer effective treatments to restore your quality of life.

What to Expect

Your provider will review your menstrual history, perform a pelvic exam, and may order blood tests to check hormone levels and rule out thyroid or clotting disorders. An ultrasound may be performed to evaluate the uterus for fibroids, polyps, or other structural causes. Treatment depends on the cause and may include hormonal medications, an IUD, endometrial ablation, or surgical intervention.

Who Is This For?

Women experiencing periods that last longer than 7 days, bleeding between periods, very heavy flow requiring frequent pad or tampon changes, postmenopausal bleeding, or any significant change in your normal menstrual pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as abnormal bleeding?

Bleeding is considered abnormal if periods last more than 7 days, occur more often than every 21 days, require changing protection every 1-2 hours, include large clots, or occur after menopause.

What causes abnormal bleeding?

Common causes include hormonal imbalances, fibroids, polyps, PCOS, thyroid disorders, and sometimes precancerous or cancerous conditions. Your provider will determine the cause.

Should I be worried?

Most causes of abnormal bleeding are treatable and not serious. However, it's important to be evaluated to rule out concerning conditions and get relief from symptoms.

What is endometrial ablation?

Endometrial ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that destroys the uterine lining to reduce or stop heavy bleeding. It's an option for women who don't plan future pregnancies.