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Stopping Periods

Stopping one's period is known as menstrual suppression. Periods can be stopped in multiple ways and even for long durations (weeks to years) using hormonal birth control measures. Birth control pills, IUDs (intrauterine devices), vaginal rings, hormonal implants, patches, and injections help to stop periods.

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I had been having my periods for 146 days. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 32-year-old married women. I am having a period of 146 days that continues with a low and sometimes medium flow. I have consulted a doctor here but he found everything so normal in USG and I did LH, FSH, TSH, T3, T4, prolactin, blood sugar, and beta hCG also. All test results are a...  Read Full »

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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you have recent hemoglobin and thyroid function tests reports? Go for one transvaginal scan, and complete blood count. It would be better if you would have an outpatient hysteroscopic examination. Start iron supplements immediately and eat food filled with iron lik...  Read Full »

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