Q: I am having my periods every 2 weeks and they are very heavy. Sometimes it is difficult for me to go out because the bleeding is so heavy. Is this normal? I'm only 48.
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Q: I am having my periods every 2 weeks and they are very heavy. Sometimes it is difficult for me to go out because the bleeding is so heavy. Is this normal? I'm only 48.
Changes in the frequency and amount of menstrual bleeding are common in perimenopausal women. It is often due to excess stimulation of the endometrium (uterine lining) by estrogen, and a lack of progesterone to balance this effect of estrogen. While this is a common symptom, it is important to have your doctor check for overgrowth of the endometrium. Many doctors will prescribe a synthetic progestin to decrease the bleeding due to estrogen. Holistic physicians use natural progesterone to balance estrogen in perimenopause.
For the progesterone cream we recommend please see these two links (both of these creams come in
airtight dose metered containers that prevent contamination and spoilage):
Femcreme from Pure Essence Labs
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