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Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding: Causes and How to Identify it.

 Dysfunctional  uterine bleeding that is not associated with the normal monthly cycle is one common case that keeps popping up among women of reproductive age.

 This post is aimed at educating women about what it is and what to do when they experience such. 

What is Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding?

It is no news that once a woman has attained puberty,  she begins to experience the regular menstrual cycle that involves bleeding once in that cycle which is monthly.

Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding therefore is any kind of bleeding from the female reproductive tract that occurs outside of this normal monthly cycle.


Causes of Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding.

1. PCOS( Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).

This is an endocrine disorder that affects the ovary causing it to produce lots of cysts and by extension excess female hormones such as the estrogen and progesterone. This excessive production will lead to a distortion of the normal levels required in the body and so lead to excessive bleeding by the woman .

2. Endometriosis.

This is a condition in which  the lining of the womb grows outside it on other organs or tissues eg. The ovaries. This uterine tissue behaves as though it is in the womb and this leads to bleeding as well.

3. Uterine Polyps.

These are small growths that occur within the uterus. Although their causes  are not known, their growth is heavily influenced by estrogen. Small blood vessels  in the polyps can cause bleeding especially in between periods.

4. Uterine Fibroids.

These are benign growths that occur in the uterus. These growths are usually non cancerous.  They can be found on the surface of the uterus, within the muscular layer or within the endometrial layer of the uterus.

They have been known to be responsible for very heavy menstrual bleeding as well as bleeding between periods especially when they are large. 

 5. STIs ( Sexually Transmitted Infections) .

STIs that cause inflammation eg Chlamydia or Gonorrhea may lead to dysfunctional Uterine bleeding. 

Bleeding caused by STDs mostly occur after sex.


How to Identify Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding.

- Heavy menstrual bleeding, the type that causes you to change pads hourly.

-Bleeding that contains a lot of clots especially large clots.

-Bleeding lasting more than 7 days.

 -Bleeding that occurs less than 21 days from your last cycle.

- Bleeding between periods.

- Dizziness and fainting.

- Low BP

- Pale skin.


Whenever you notice any of the above symptoms please book an appointment with your doctor. DON'T TAKE ANY FORM OF SELF MEDICATION.

Your doctor will check  you and decide what kind of treatment will be appropriate for you.



Credit: healthline.com
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