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Monday, October, 19, 2009

Causes Of Blood Clots During Menstrual Cycles

Health Encyclopedia: Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (Dub)

Alternative Names

Anovulatory bleeding; Bleeding - dysfunctional uterine; DUB


Symptoms
  • Vaginal bleeding between periods
  • Abnormal menstrual periods
  • Variable menstrual cycles (usually less than 28 days between menstrual periods)
  • Variable menstrual flow ranging from scanty to profuse
  • Infertility
  • Mood swings
  • Hot flashes
  • Vaginal tenderness
  • Hirsutism -- excessive growth of body hair in a male pattern

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Expert & Community Posts

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What is the safest way to treat my migraine if I am pregnant?
By Dr. Seth Haplea , Health Expert

...malformations and aneurysms can bleed or rupture and blood clots in the veins of the brain can... Read more »

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The Pill
By Amy Hendel , Health Expert

...fluctuating.  If you are over 35, smoke, have a history of blood clots or breast or endometrial... Read more »

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What are some Causes of Chest Pain other than Heart or BP Abnormalities?
By Dr. Larry Weinrauch , Health Expert

...damaged by caustic substances (inhaled), or victim to blood clots. The area behind the heart... Read more »

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The Merci Retrieval System
By Deanne Stein , Health Expert

...doctor. Two weeks ago I did. I had always assumed my blood clot was just blocking the blood... Read more »

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Anxiety Can Increase Blood Clotting and Heart Disease
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...Our bodies have two distinct functions relating to blood clotting. The first, coagulation,... Read more »

Health Guide

Menstrual Disorders: Medications
...effects. Uncommon but more dangerous complications of OCs include high blood pressure and deep-vein blood clots (thrombosis), which may contribute to heart attacks or strokes. However, a long-term... Read more »
Endometriosis: Medications
...combined pill. Uncommon but more dangerous complications of OCs include high blood pressure and deep-vein blood clots (thrombosis), which may contribute to heart attack or stroke. Studies have... Read more »
Migraine Headaches Introduction
...extreme levels, causing damage to blood vessels in the brain, heart, and kidneys.Strokes Caused by Blood Clots or Hemorrhages. A blood clot or hemorrhage in the brain leading to a stroke can cause... Read more »
Birth Control Options for Women: Oral Contraception
...to have fewer male-like side effects. Some studies suggest, however, they may pose a higher risk for blood clots than the older progestins, although the risk is still small.Side Effects of... Read more »
Migraine Diagnosis: Symptoms of Migraines, Headache Diary
...around the eye possibly spreading to the ear or neck unrelieved by pain medication (possibility of blood clot in one of the sinus veins of the brain). Read more »

Images

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Thrombus - Blood Clot That Forms in a Vessel

A thrombus is a blood clot that forms in a vessel and remains there.... Read more »

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