Heavy Periods

HEAVY PERIODS

It is likely that, from time to time, you will experience heavier than usual bleeding during your menstrual period, but it can be hard to know if this is normal or if your periods are heavy compared with other women.

If you are potentially suffering from heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB), a legitimate medical condition, it is important that you are armed with the right tools and information to seek support from healthcare professionals, and, if diagnosed, that you get the right treatment for you.

Periods are normal, heavy menstrual bleeding is not.

Woman discussing heavy periods with doctor

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IT'S NOT NORMAL, IT'S NOT OK

What is heavy menstrual bleeding and how do I know if I'm suffering?

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PP-UN-WHC-GB-0046 September 2023

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Reporting side effects

If you get any side effects whilst taking a medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the package leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the yellow card scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of medicines.