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Description of Abnormal uterine bleeding

DefinitionAccording to dictionary definition  Abnormal vaginal bleeding, also called as uterine bleeding, is different from normal menstrual periods.    Causes and Risk FactorsAccording to dictionary definition  Common causes are:

1. Uterine fibroids or polyps2. Hormone problems
3.  Thyroid problems4. Hormone pills, such as birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy (menopausal hormone therapy)5. Cancer of the cervix, ovaries, uterus, or vagina6. During pregnancy, abnormal bleeding may occur due to several different causes  InvestigationsAccording to dictionary definition  You may be recommended to get physical tests done. These include:1. Pelvic examination2. Blood tests3. Imaging tests  TreatmentAccording to dictionary definition  Treatment includes:1. Treating the cause of bleeding
2. Administration of hormones such as estrogen, progestins, and desmopressin3. Surgery is recommended for those patients, for whom medications may fail. Surgical treatment includes,  (a) Hysterectomy(b) Endometrial ablation