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Are you living your life around your period?

If heavy periods are taking over your life, its time to do something about it.

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Many women hesitate to see their GPs about their periods

Before you see your GP it’s always wise to be prepared. Find out more by reading our Guide to your GP visit

1 In 5 women experience heavy periods

1 In 3 women suffering heavy periods have not spoken to their doctor

Over 60% have had to miss social or athletic events

33% Say they have been forced to miss work

Possible treatments More about heavy periods

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Experiences

Claire (58) Was suffering from multiple fibroids
"My periods gradually got worse over the years as I got older. I just felt so tired all the time. When you feel tired, you don’t feel that you’re in the right state of mind!"
Donna (47) Had anaemia due to heavy periods
“On some occasions I would literally be in and out of the toilet for hours on end. I am normally such a confident, sociable person that I found being in this situation totally alien to me and highly embarrassing.”
Maria (51) Periods changed following childbirth
"I was at my wits end. I experienced terrible back and abdominal pain that no pain killers could alleviate. I experienced heavy menstrual bleeding practically non-stop for a whole month and was feeling drained, miserable and snappy, so I finally went to see my GP”
Anna (27) Had a fibroid
"My periods had always been normal. Until about three years ago. I thought it would pass, but it only became worse. I eventually saw a gynaecologist.”
Vera (32) Her periods changed completely after childbirth
“I did not know what had hit me when I had my first period after childbirth. My periods were suddenly very heavy, there was blood everywhere. It felt as though I was having contractions, even though that was naturally impossible.”