WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 1997: Re: ally prolonged periods

Re: ally prolonged periods

From: Kelly (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 25 Sep 1997 12:36:38 -0500 (CDT)

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At Tue, 23 Sep 1997, Giselle wrote: >
>I would like any insight about my bizarre irregular cycles. I was
>taking high-dose Depo-Provera shots (200cc every 6 weeks) for about 7
>months, ending w/ last shot 8/96. I had breakthru bleeding 2/97 and
>then had a real period around 4/97. Went on Tri-Phasil 5/97 and had a
>"typical" 5 day period. Went off pill a month later due to cramping.
>Last pill taken on 6/15. Subsequent periods have become gradually
>longer until this current one.
.............My periods have always >been like this, except they're usually heavier. I was on the pill and
>Depo for years to control this. My mother had similar problems with
>prolonged heavy bleeding that resulted in anemia. She had a
>hysterectomy 3 years ago @ 48 years old. I am 25 years old, trying to
>conceive, and don't know what to do about my weird cycles. Please help.

Are you overwieght? underweight? do you have any other medical problems? have you been tested for thyroid disease? have you had an ultrasound?D&C? do you have fibroids? polyps?

You need to see a good gynecologist and be thoroughly evaluated.

-- Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG S. Lake Tahoe, CA

note: Opinions here are for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician. It cannot take the place of a face to face consultation and examination.

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