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'It's not just an inconvenience': We've underestimated the health impacts of heavy periods

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Jacqueline Rocheleau
'It's not just an inconvenience': We've underestimated the health impacts of heavy periods
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Medical experts are calling for increased research into heavy menstrual bleeding, a condition that affects a significant portion of reproductive-aged women but has historically been under-researched. The condition can lead to serious health issues like anemia and significantly impact quality of life.

Share Save Add as preferred on Google Jacqueline Rocheleau Prashanti Aswani (Credit: Prashanti Aswani) Heavy menstrual bleeding is a serious health condition. Only now are we starting to understand what causes it – and how it can be treated.

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