Irregular Menstrual Treatment in Dubai
Irregular Periods
Women have periods or menstruation (vaginal blood loss) every month as per the menstrual cycle. Menstruation is a cycle of 28 days which lasts for 4-5 days, and if she has it earlier than 21 days or after 35 days, or she misses one or two periods in a row, she may have irregular periods.
Having irregular periods at some point in time can be expected, usually before menopause, but if they happen frequently, as, if every month or every alternate month, you might need to see a doctor for irregular periods treatment in Dubai.
Examples of irregular periods
Your periods are still considered normal if it has slight variations, but some typical examples of irregular periods involve
- Periods longer than a week.
- Soaking sanitary pads in an hour.
- Heavier bleeding than usual menstruation
- Periods occurring in 21 days or after 35 days.
- Missing three or more than three periods in a row.
- Bleeding or spotting happens between periods after intercourse.
- Periods accompanied by severe pain, cramping, nausea or vomiting.
What can cause irregular periods?
Ranging from stress to medical conditions, there are several factors that can cause irregular periods.
Some causes are
Medical conditions- Some health conditions such as endometriosis, pelvic inflammation or pelvic disorders, PCOS, hypothyroidism, primary ovarian insufficiency, or bleeding disorders can cause irregular periods.
Lifestyle– Lethargy, or lesser active lifestyle or any of the below-given conditions may disrupt a regular cycle and cause irregular periods
- Stress
- Weight gain or loss
- Rigorous activity routines such as long-distance running, dancing or gymnastic
- Viruses or other illnesses
Besides few other causes of irregular periods include
- Birth-control pills
- Medications, such as blood thinners and steroids.
- Miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy (a case when fertilized egg implants outside the uterus).
- Surgery, scar, or blockages in your uterus, ovaries, or fallopian tubes.
If you notice any changes in your periods, keep records of symptoms such as flow, duration, cramping, spotting or clots in the period. These symptoms help our healthcare providers better diagnose your condition.
What is involved in the diagnosis of irregular periods?
The diagnosis typically starts with examining your medical history, pelvic examination, and a few other tests that include
- Pelvic ultrasound: An ultrasound is needed to detect irregular bleeding due to existing uterine fibroids, polyps, or an ovarian cyst inside the uterus.
- Endometrial biopsy: In this, a sample of endometrial tissue (the lining of your uterus) is removed for investigation. It helps diagnose various conditions such as endometriosis, hormonal imbalances, or precancerous lesion or cells.
- Hysteroscopy: It is a procedure to look inside your uterus to diagnose and treat certain causes of abnormal bleeding.
What is involved in irregular periods treatment in Dubai?
Most cases of irregular periods are managed with medications. However, some cases demand surgery too.
Your irregular menstrual treatment in Dubai would also depend on.
- Your health condition
- Your wish for future pregnancy
- Severity of symptoms
The treatment options include:
Medications:
Irregular periods can be a source of discomfort and inconvenience for many women. Luckily, there are various medications available that can help regulate menstrual cycles and manage associated symptoms.
Hormonal birth control is a common choice, with options ranging from pills to injections. Tranexamic acid is another medication that can be prescribed to manage heavy bleeding. Pain relievers such as ibuprofen may be prescribed to ease mild to moderate pain and cramps. Hormone therapy can be helpful for irregular periods due to perimenopause but comes with some risks.
Antibiotics may be prescribed if an infection is the cause of irregular bleeding. Lastly, gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists can temporarily stop menstrual periods while shrinking the size of uterine fibroids and controlling heavy bleeding.
Surgery
Surgery depends on the aim of surgical procedures. These are some surgical procedures for irregular periods treatment in Dubai.
- Endometrial ablation: A procedure to destroy the tissue lining the uterus to reduce bleeding during periods, but not recommended if you wish to have children in the future.
- Uterine artery embolization: A procedure to stop the blood supply to uterine fibroids by blocking the uterine artery.
- Myomectomy: A surgery to remove uterine fibroids, a common cause of irregular bleeding.
- Hysterectomy: A last-resort surgery to remove the uterus, typically done when other treatments have failed or in cases of severe damage or excess tissue growth.
Irregular periods may also cause lifestyle problems and infertility issues. Hence, appropriate treatment is necessary to manage irregular periods.
Book a consultation at Healia Medical Center and seek expert irregular periods treatment in Dubai.