Basic Info
Symptoms
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding often occurs when the endometrium, or lining of the uterus, is stimulated to grow by t...
Causes
Anovulation (failure of ovaries to produce, mature, or release eggs; Endometrial polyps (the endometrium is the inner...
Tests
After taking the woman's history, the gynecologist or family practitioner does a pelvic examination and Pap smear. To...
Treatments
Keep a record of your menstrual cycles, including when menstruation begins and ends, how much flow you have (count nu...
Alternative Therapies
Alternative practitioners concentrate on good nutrition as a way to prevent heavy periods that are not caused by uter...
Complications
Response to treatment for DUB is highly individual and is not easy to predict. The outcome depends largely on the wom...
Prevention
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is not a preventable disorder.
Doctor Specialties
Call your doctor if: You have soaked through a pad or tampon every hour for 2-3 hours; Your bleeding has lasted longe...
Basic Info