Anonymous

4 years

Long Menstrual Period

My sister’s period has lasted more than 3 weeks now, whilst her normal period is around a week, she seems fine and this is her first year post puberty. I understand that periods can be irregular in the first 2 years, but was just wondering at what point should we bring her to the doctor.

Greetings. However, the following description regarding the query is a general description to your current condition. Click on this link (DoctorOnCall) to converse with our doctors for further personalised explanation.

Based on your description we understood your concerns on your sister’s symptoms and problems she has been facing. For your information, the condition of menorrhagia or prolonged period can be multi-factorial causes such as:

  • fibroid or polyp within the uterus
  • adenomyosis
  • endometriosis
  • pelvic inflammatory diseases
  • blood clotting disorder such as Von Willebrand disease
  • cancer of the cervix or uterus (more common in elderly group)

To further explore into your condition accurately, further information via discussion is required before reaching a conclusion. Therefore, it is suggested that you refer this to a medical doctor. Prolonged period may cause anemia. Please click on this link (DoctorOnCall) to speak with our doctors on the line for personalized online consultation. Thank you.

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