Article updated and reviewed by Christina S. Chu, MD, Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, University of Pennsylvania on May 9, 2005.
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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... Read more »
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Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) is abnormal bleeding from the vagina that is due to changes in hormone levels.Alternative NamesAnovulatory... Read more »
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Pelvic relaxation - uterine prolapse; Pelvic floor hernia; Prolapsed uterus Symptoms A feeling as if sitting on a small ball ... Read more »
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Pelvic Exam and Medical HistorySome fibroids can be felt as lumps during a pelvic exam. During a pelvic exam, the doctor will also check for... Read more »