Is it normal to bleed heavily between periods?

Vaginal bleeding between periods is not usually a cause for concern. If the blood flow is light, it is called ‘spotting. ‘ Bleeding between periods can have a range of causes, including hormonal changes, injury, or an underlying health condition.

What do large period clots mean?

Growths like polyps and fibroids can settle in the uterus and its lining and can cause your period to become heavier and longer than usual. There are many types of benign fibroids, but submucosal fibroids (fibroids that grow inside the uterine cavity) are the most likely to cause heavy bleeding and large clotting.

How can you tell difference between period and miscarriage?

You know how long and heavy your typical period is. During a miscarriage, bleeding gets heavier and lasts longer than a period. As your cervix starts to dilate, cramping may become more painful than typical period cramping.

Is it normal to have golf ball sized blood clots?

Yes. If your period clots are the size of a golf ball or larger, you should talk to your doctor. No. You will typically have clots the size of a quarter during your period.

Does endometriosis cause large blood clots?

Endometriosis is associated with heavy periods, prolonged menstrual flow, and large clots.

What are the symptoms of fibroids in the uterus?

Common fibroid symptoms include:

• Heavy or prolonged periods.
• Bleeding between periods.
• Abdominal discomfort and/or fullness.
• Pelvic pain.
• Lower back pain.
• Bladder symptoms, such as frequent urination or difficulty emptying the bladder.
• Bowel symptoms, such as constipation or excessive straining with bowel movements.

What happens if uterine fibroids are left untreated?

If left untreated, uterine fibroids can increase in size and number, taking over the uterus and worsening symptoms, and cause infertility in some women. Uterine fibroids, also called myomas or leiomyomas, are benign (noncancerous) growths that develop from the muscle tissue in the uterus.