Prozac And Menstrual Problems
- Menstrual Disorders - Menstrual Disorders
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- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
Menstrual Disorders
There are a number of different menstrual disorders. Problems can range from heavy, painful periods to no period at all. There are many variations in menstrual patterns, but in general women should be concerned when periods come fewer than 21 days or more than 3 months apart, or if they last more than 10 days. Such events may indicate ovulation problems or other medical conditions.
Dysmenorrhea (Painful Cramps)
Dysmenorrhea is severe, frequent cramping during menstruation. Pain...
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Prozac Oral Precautions and Side Effects
Source: First DataBank
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New drug approved for heavy menstrual bleeding
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Menstrual Disorders: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesMany different factors can trigger menstrual disorders, such as hormone imbalances, genetic factors, clotting disorders, and pelvic diseases.... Read more »
Painful menstrual periods
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Painful menstrual periods are periods in which a woman experiences crampy lower abdominal pain, sharp pain that comes and goes, aching pain, or... Read more »
Menstrual Disorders: Complications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
AnemiaMenorrhagia is the most common cause of anemia (reduction in red blood cells) in premenopausal women. A blood loss of more than 80mL (around... Read more »
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