Uterine bleeding
Uterine Bleeding
Uterine bleeding (pronounced: yoo-tuh-reen blee-ding) is a medical condition characterized by abnormal bleeding from the uterus that is not related to regular menstruation.
Etymology
The term "uterine bleeding" is derived from the Latin word "uterus" meaning womb, and the Old English word "blēdan" meaning to bleed.
Definition
Uterine bleeding is any bleeding from the uterus (through your vagina) that is not part of the regular menstrual cycle. This can occur at any age, from early puberty to after menopause.
Causes
Uterine bleeding can be caused by a variety of factors including hormonal imbalance, uterine fibroids, endometrial polyps, endometrial hyperplasia, endometrial cancer, and miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.
Symptoms
Symptoms of uterine bleeding may include bleeding between periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, periods that last longer than usual, and postmenopausal bleeding.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of uterine bleeding typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and may include tests such as ultrasound, endometrial biopsy, and hysteroscopy.
Treatment
Treatment for uterine bleeding depends on the underlying cause and may include hormonal therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), tranexamic acid, endometrial ablation, hysterectomy, or other surgical procedures.
Related Terms
- Menorrhagia - Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
- Metrorrhagia - Bleeding between periods
- Menometrorrhagia - Prolonged or excessive bleeding, irregularly and between periods
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Uterine bleeding
- Wikipedia's article - Uterine bleeding
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