Nathan G. asked
I have been experiencing extremely painful cramps and heavy bleeding for almost 20 days, which has been ongoing for three or four months. I was on Depo Provera for seven years and stopped taking it last December. Since then, my menstrual cycles have become very long and heavy. Along with the cramps and heavy bleeding, I also experience severe nausea, headaches, migraines, dizziness, and have almost fainted a few times. I have difficulty keeping food down and sometimes vomit. I am 18 years old and started my period at nine years old. Before using Depo Provera, I had painful cramps and heavy bleeding, but it was never this severe. I have not been evaluated properly yet and have an OBGYN appointment scheduled for December. I am concerned that waiting could make my condition worse. Should I go to an urgent care facility for immediate evaluation and treatment?
July 28th, 2023
Yolanda C. answered
It is not overreacting to seek urgent care for your condition. Given the severity of your symptoms, ...
July 28th, 2023
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