Period Problems - heavy periods
Understanding Period Problems
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Period Problems - understanding the causes
Period pain can be stopped. If you suffer from lengthy, heavy, painful periods, it could even be causing stubborn weight gain.
In fact being born a female can literally be a pain. Periods can bring all sorts of problems. With the commencement of periods comes pain, mood swings, at times inconvenience and embarrassment. This on average is now all starting around the age of 12 years of age (and is actually called the 'menarche'). This is a far cry when we compare it to our ancestors who commenced their periods, on average at 16 years of age (100 years ago).
If you do you are not alone, research suggests that more than 90 million women worldwide suffer from imbalances that cause painful heavy irregular periods. Month after month they suffer through the debilitating symptoms of Endometriosis, Fibroids or PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) or heavy bleeding. Month after month they experience weight gain and find weight loss almost impossible and it's all because of hormones, toxins, inflammation and genetics.
Naturopathic treatment of weight gain caused by underlying imbalances is successful and has helped many women heal their painful heavy periods and achieve weight loss naturally. Read Michelle's story here
*According to the U.S. National Institute of Health
- More than 90 million women globally suffer from Endometriosis causing painful periods and weight gain around the middle for no reason.
- As many as 77 % of women may actually have fibroids, but may be unaware of it causing heavy periods and period pain.
- Up to 30% of women may have PCOS causing rapid weight gain and painful periods
- 1 in 3 Women have a undiagnosed thyroid imbalance contributing to heavy periods, a slow metabolism and weight gain.
These women all experience hormonal symptoms such as lengthy, heavy, painful periods.
Period Pain - What is Normal Period Pain?
A normal menstrual cycle is averaged out to 28 days, however 'normal' can be from 21 to 38 days. The length of a period can also vary, from 3 to 7 days. During this time, although it appears you may be losing a lot of blood, you're not. You lose about 60mls of blood. Also mixed in with this are normal vaginal secretions, which may give the appearance that you are losing more blood. Over your lifetime it is normal to experience changes in your period, however it is always a good idea to check with your doctor if any changes occur. Changes in your life can cause normal deviations in your menstrual cycle; these things include travel, weight changes, stress, illness. If your period does not resume to its normal cycle after a month or so, have it checked out.
Period Pain - What Is Abnormal Period Pain?
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Infrequent periods (oligomenorrhoea) - These are periods that are more than 6 weeks apart. This is quite common when a girl first starts menstruating. It is also common as a woman draws to the end of her childbearing years. As mentioned earlier, a change in your period can also be related to stress etc. If your periods become irregular it's best to see your doctor.
Painful Periods (dymenorrhoea) - Abdominal cramping, this may be combined with nausea & vomiting, or diarrhea or constipation. Painful periods are frequently connected to a chemical imbalance of prostaglandin's (prostaglandin's are related to inflammation and are at a higher level in the body just before and during your period). Other problems that can cause painful periods or periods that start to suddenly hurt are endometriosis, an infection, ovarian cyst, the use of an IUD and fibroid tumors.
Heavy periods (menorrhagia) - An excessive amount of blood to your normal periods, including blood clots, and bleeding for more than 7 days (heavily). One of the main causes of heavy periods is a hormonal imbalance. Also stopping the contraceptive pill, using an IUD, fibroid tumors, early miscarriage, a pelvic infection, or endometriosis may also be the cause of heavy bleeding. This must be checked out by your doctor.
Period Problems other than Pain
Absent periods (amenorrhoea) - If a woman has not menstruated by 18 years of age this condition is known as primary amenorrhoea. If the condition begins after menstruation then it is called secondary amenorrhoea.
Primary amenorrhoea can be caused by late puberty, poor nutrition, an under active thyroid, Turner's syndrome, an endocrine disorder, or for no reason at all.
Secondary amenorrhoea can be caused by a hormonal imbalance, starting or stopping the contraceptive pill, weight loss or excessive dieting.
Irregular periods - This is when your period is inconsistent. It is most common at the beginning and end of a woman's reproductive years. It also may occur after a woman has given birth (especially if still breast-feeding). Other causes can be weight gain or loss, excessive dieting, stress, diabetes, thyroid disorders, antidepressants.
Period Pain - What Can Cause Period Pain?
Period Pain and Fibroids - So what are Fibroids?
Fibroids are solid masses of muscle tissue, collagen, elastin or other proteins. They are abnormal growths that don't belong in the uterus.
According to research, hormones such as oestrogen, progesterone, as well as genetics, inflammation, diet and lifestyle, all interact to cause the formation of Fibroids.
Fibroids cause symptoms such as:
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Period Pain and Endometriosis - So what is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis occurs when the endometrium (inner lining of your uterus) is found outside the uterus - usually in the abdomen, on the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
This misplaced tissue develops into growths or lesions resulting in internal bleeding, breakdown of tissue from the lesions and inflammation. This causes pain, heavy periods or abnormal bleeding patterns.
Symptoms of Endometriosis include:
Pain may occur in any of the following forms:
- Period pain - immediately before and during the period
- Pain during or after sex
- Abdominal, back and/or pelvic pain
- Pain with opening bowels, passing wind, urinating or frequency
- Ovulation pain, including thigh or leg pain
Bleeding irregularities
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Digestive problems:
- Bowel or bladder symptoms, including bleeding from bladder or bowel
- Irregular bowel habits e.g. constipation, diarrhoea
- Bloating
Mood Changes
- Premenstrual symptoms
- Tiredness
Period Pain and PCOS - So what is PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)?
PCOS can contribute to irregular or absent periods, depression, excessive weight gain, acne, and excess facial hair. It is also the most common cause of infertility among women in Australia.
Understanding PCOS is tricky, but basically your body does not release an egg during ovulation. This causes levels of oestrogen and androgens (testosterone and DHEA) to remain high, causing unpleasant signs & symptoms and rapid weight gain.
PCOS is usually connected with insulin resistance which is a condition that leads to sustained high levels of insulin in the bloodstream. It is possible that this extra insulin binds onto the receptors lining the ovary causing hormonal imbalances and consequently PCOS. Insulin resistance causes weight gain and makes weight loss difficult.
In fact, if you're headed down the path to PCOS, you're heading towards metabolic syndrome - a leading contributor to heart disease and ill health.
If you have or think you may have PCOS, take heart in the realisation that there are many things you can do naturally, without drugs. Like any condition related to hormone imbalance, improving your lifestyle and the right dietary changes; you can restore your health.
Symptoms of PCOS include:
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What natural treatments are available for lengthy, heavy, painful periods
Firstly I have seen it all, over 14 years of treating and curing women of awful period complications. I have treated hundreds of women who suffer from lengthy, heavy, painful periods, some have trouble starting a family, others have incredible difficulties managing their weight and most are tired of being in constant pain. Many of these women have dealt with these problems over a long period of time, often being told as young girls that they will grow out of it, well frankly they didn't!
Period Problems - Natural solutions for period problems
Naturopathic solutions for period problems is successful and has helped many women heal their symptoms and achieve weight loss naturally.
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- Identifies & address the underlying causes of your period problems
- Identifies parisites and bacteria that may be triggering it
- Establishes hormonal weakness and assists in restoring balance
- Identifies genetic weakness
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- Applies a 100% natural targeted strategy to assist healthy digestive function
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If you have period problems and if you sit back and do nothing about it, then you will gain weight and continue to feel unwell no matter how hard you exercise and how little you eat.
- One month from now you could be 5 kilos heavier and even more unhealthy. OR
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