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Throughout the reproductive years, a woman’s body increases and decreases the production of the hormones estrogen and progesterone in a regular pattern, causing monthly menstrual cycles. The regular pattern of hormone production is what gives your monthly bleeding its predictable quality.

During perimenopause – the period preceding menopause – your body begins to slow its production of these hormones, and the pattern becomes irregular. As a result, you can experience some irregular periods and bleeding. Some months, your period may seem lighter, heavier, shorter, or longer. Your period may come sooner or later than expected, or you may skip a period altogether.

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Irregular bleeding during this time is normal and is no cause for alarm. However, it would help if you always let your gynecologist know when you start to experience changes in your bleeding.  Abnormal bleeding can also be a symptom of several other gynecological conditions.

When should I see a doctor about irregular periods and bleeding?

You will want to make an appointment to see your doctor if you experience:

  • Very heavy bleeding
  • Severe cramping with bleeding
  • Bleeding after sexual intercourse
  • Bleeding between periods
  • Bleeding that lasts longer than 7 days or occurs more frequently than every 3 weeks.
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Causes of abnormal bleeding during perimenopause and menopause include:

Uterine or cervical polyps

These benign (noncancerous) growths are attached to the endometrial or cervical tissue.

Endometrial hyperplasia

This condition leads to thickening in the endometrial lining, which can, in some cases, lead to pre-cancerous growth. With early diagnosis and treatment, endometrial cancer can usually be prevented.

Endometrial cancer

A type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus.

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As one of the nation’s leading OB/GYNs, Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi offers the best in women’s health and well-being. With her warm, professional team, Dr. Aliabadi supports women from puberty to pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and beyond. She fosters a special one-on-one relationship between patient and doctor.

Highly trained and honored by the medical community, Dr. Thais Aliabadi is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She implements the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology and treatment options.

Dr. Aliabadi specializes in up-to-date, minimally invasive surgical techniques for fibroids, polyps, and endometriosis, promising her patients shorter recovery times, reduced pain, and the least interruption to their daily lives.

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