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What causes menstrual problems?

Hormone imbalances are typically the cause of most menstrual problems, but fibroids and other conditions can also cause abnormal or heavy bleeding. Watch as OB/GYN specialist Jessica Shepherd, MD, discusses the main causes of menstrual issues.


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  • How are menstrual problems diagnosed?

  • What are the treatment options for menstrual problems?

  • When should I talk to my doctor about changes in my period?

  • How are heavy menstrual periods diagnosed?

  • What are uterine fibroids?

  • What are causes of an extremely heavy flow?

  • How do hormone levels change with age?

  • What are the symptoms of endometriosis?

  • Will I need to have a hysterectomy if I have fibroids?

  • What increases my risk for uterine fibroids?

Up Next

  • How are menstrual problems diagnosed?

  • What are the treatment options for menstrual problems?

  • When should I talk to my doctor about changes in my period?

  • How are heavy menstrual periods diagnosed?

  • What are uterine fibroids?

  • What are causes of an extremely heavy flow?

  • How do hormone levels change with age?

  • What are the symptoms of endometriosis?

  • Will I need to have a hysterectomy if I have fibroids?

  • What increases my risk for uterine fibroids?

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