What is Heavy Menstrual Bleeding?
1 in 5 women deal with heavy menstrual bleeding, and many start noticing heavier or irregular periods in their 30s and 40s as menopause gets closer. It can feel exhausting, frustrating, and hard to plan around. And it is not just a monthly inconvenience—it can affect your body, your mood, and your daily life.
Studies show heavy menstrual bleeding can affect women in several ways:
Physical
- Many women feel tired, weak, or nauseated
- Many experience strong cramps and pelvic pain
- Many notice headaches or lightheadedness
Social
- More than 60% have missed social or athletic events1
- About 80% report avoiding sex1
- 33% have missed work because of symptoms
Emotional
- 77% report depression or mood changes1
- 75% say they feel anxious
- 57% feel less confident during their period
Heavy periods are not something you have to simply live with. So if your bleeding feels heavy, unpredictable, or disruptive, the caring team at Mesbah OB/GYN in Garden City, NY can help you understand your options. Today, there are effective treatments that may reduce bleeding and help you feel like yourself again.