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Why did my period suddenly get so heavy? Hidden causes and solutions

Have you been alarmed by a sudden increase in menstrual volume? If your periods are longer, you see many blood clots, and it's difficult to manage without frequent changes, it's more than just fatigue. These changes significantly impact quality of life and can lead to anemia or chronic fatigue. Today, Dalimchae Clinic in Songdo discusses the hidden causes of menorrhagia and our Korean medicine solutions.

💡 Key Answer 3 most common causes of a sudden heavy period: ① Hormonal Imbalance (Estrogen Dominance) / ② Structural issues like Uterine Fibroids or Adenomyosis / ③ Autonomic nervous system imbalance and chronic stress. Dalimchae Clinic focuses on constitutional improvement to address the root causes and restore health.

Menorrhagia refers to blood loss of over 80ml per cycle or periods lasting more than 8 days.

First, Hormonal Imbalance is a common culprit. Estrogen dominance can cause the uterine lining to overgrow, leading to heavy bleeding when it sheds. Stress and diet often trigger this.

Second, Structural Uterine Issues like fibroids and adenomyosis increase the surface area of the lining or interfere with uterine contractions, resulting in excessive bleeding.

Third, Autonomic Nervous System Imbalance from stress can cause pelvic congestion, worsening bleeding patterns.

While conventional medicine often suggests hormonal treatments or hysterectomy for severe cases, a 2024 study by Lin et al. (published in Taylor & Francis) showed that patients receiving Chinese Herbal Medicine (CHM) had a 73% lower risk of undergoing surgery compared to those who didn't. This suggests that herbal treatment can effectively manage symptoms and delay or prevent invasive procedures.

At our Songdo branch, we don't just treat the bleeding; we treat the body's imbalance.

1. Hormonal Regulation: Customized herbs to restore the estrogen-progesterone balance.
2. Improved Circulation: Acupuncture and herbs to remove "blood stasis" (Eohyeol) and strengthen uterine function.
3. Autonomic Stability: Managing stress to stabilize the nervous system and overall recovery power.

If you check more than 3, you may have menorrhagia:

• Period lasts 8+ days.
• Clots larger than a palm.
• Dizziness or extreme fatigue during period.
• Need to change pads every 1-2 hours.

Don't ignore your body's signals. Visit Dalimchae Clinic Songdo to find the cause.

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