Kenneth H. asked
I have had my period for over 2 weeks (18 days). I am concerned that it is no longer a period but abnormal bleeding. This is unusual for me. I had a tubal ligation in 2012, no other contraceptives. The bleeding has been stable but comes and goes, with abdominal cramping at times. I am 44 years old and take medications including spironolactone, topiramate, fluoxetine, clonidine, and allergy medication. I had RNY bariatric surgery on 2/23/22 and 2 c-section births. I have had somewhat irregular cycles in frequency for years, likely due to perimenopause, but lengthwise my periods are about 4-6 days. What could be causing this prolonged and abnormal bleeding, and what should I do?
August 14th, 2024
Travis G. answered
Prolonged and abnormal bleeding could be due to several factors including hormonal imbalance, perime...
August 14th, 2024
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