Heavy Periods
The medical term for heavy periods is 'menorrhagia'. Heavy bleeding doesn't necessarily mean there's anything seriously wrong, but it can affect a woman physically and emotionally, and disrupt everyday life.
Find out how heavy periods are diagnosed. Your GP will ask you about your symptoms and medical history. Further tests may be needed to establish an underlying cause.
Read about the various treatment options for heavy periods. Medication is the main treatment but surgery may be used in some cases.