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Re: Could heavy menstruation be related to genetics? From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net) Thu, 12 Oct 2000 20:30:38 -0500 (CDT) Messages sorted by: [ date ][ thread ][ subject ][ author ] Next message: R. Daniel Braun, MD: "Re: Cervix" Previous message: R. Daniel Braun, MD: "Re: Questions about surgery" In reply to: Jenn: "Could heavy menstruation be related to genetics?" At Thu, 12 Oct 2000, Jenn wrote: > >I'm 20 years old and ever since I've gotten my period, my flows have >been very heavy and have lasted minimum 7-8 days. I almost always >experience very bad cramps and pms symptoms, and sometimes even get sick >to my stomach. There is a strong background of twins in my family, and >actually both my parents are fraternal twins. I was wondering if these >symptoms could be related to my genetics? Could perhaps ovulating twice >in the same cycle affect the heaviness of my period in this way? Theoretically yes. If releasing 2 eggs at a time, there will be two follicles and more estrogen than usual. However it would be highly unlikely to release 2 eggs every month. More likely 1 i 4 to 1 in 12 RDB -- R. Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG This is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to be replacement or substitute for consultation and examination by an appropriate medical professional. Due to time constraints, private e-mails cannot be answered. Next message: R. Daniel Braun, MD: "Re: Cervix" Previous message: R. Daniel Braun, MD: "Re: Questions about surgery" In reply to: Jenn: "Could heavy menstruation be related to genetics?"

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