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What Is It?
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, also called anovulatory bleeding, is any bleeding from the vagina that varies from a woman's normal menstrual cycle. The normal cycle is triggered by signals from hormones. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding occurs when the cycle's hormonal signals get thrown off. This can include alternating periods that are heavy and light, spotting or unpredictable shorter and longer cycles.
Regular monthly menstrual cycles flush out the endometrial lining, which is...
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Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) is abnormal bleeding from the vagina that is due to changes in hormone levels.Alternative NamesAnovulatory... Read more »
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Article updated and reviewed by Christina S. Chu, MD, Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Gynecologic Oncology,... Read more »
Megace
Source: Breastcancer.org
Brand name: Megace Chemical name: Megestrol Class: Progestin hormonal therapy. There are no other progestins used to treat breast cancer. How it... Read more »
Uterine prolapse
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Pelvic relaxation - uterine prolapse; Pelvic floor hernia; Prolapsed uterus Symptoms A feeling as if sitting on a small ball ... Read more »
Uterine fibroids
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Leiomyoma; Fibromyoma; Myoma; Fibroids Symptoms More common symptoms of uterine fibroids are: Abdominal fullness, gas, or... Read more »
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