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Menstrual periods - Heavy, Prolonged, or Irregular

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Publication Year: 2010
Type: Federal resource, Online Publication
Language: English
Website: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003263.htm

This publication defines a "heavy" period and "prolonged" period. It also provides information on periods in general, with every woman's period being different, ranging from 24-34 days. It also provides information on the common causes of prolonged or heavy bleeding and gives advice on home care.

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This publication is available only on the Internet.

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National Library of Medicine, NIH
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