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Heavy periods (menorrhagia)

Heavy bleeding (HMB), previously known as menorrhagia or hematomunia, is a menstrual period with excessively heavy flow. It is a type of abnormal bleeding (AUB).

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·bleeding more than usual

How it's found

·based on physical examination

Complications

·, severe pain

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