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I've had my period for almost 3 weeks now and there are no signs of it even trying to stop

By Anonymous August 27, 2016 - 5:07am
 
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I am anemic I take iron pills and I'm still bleeding clotting slot too many it's heavy bleeding I can't even function and it's starting to interrupt my sleep what could be wrong why won't it stop in 52 yrs old and I just want it to end I'm starting to get really frustrated whst can I do or take to make it stop

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Hello and welcome to EmpowHer.
Prolonged bleeding can be very dangerous. You need to see a doctor right away.
There are many possible causes for prolonged bleeding.
Below I have pasted a couple links to articles that list possible causes. Some items may be the same in both articles.
https://www.empowher.com/menstrual-cycle/content/why-do-my-periods-last-so-long?page=0,0
https://www.empowher.com/menstrual-cycle/content/6-reasons-you-may-be-having-longer-periods?page=0,0
I hope that helps.
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August 27, 2016 - 12:15pm
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