How to stop heavy periods and the causes for menorrhagia

How to stop heavy periods. (Courtesy)

More than one in five women suffer heavy periods, rising to one in three when approaching the menopause. Heavy periods can have a big impact on your life, keeping you from normal activities and even work. Yet a survey by the ‘Wear White Again’ campaign reveals 62% of women don’t realise it’s treatable and almost half haven’t spoken to a GP.

The study found that many accept it as “just part of being a woman.” But experts stress that help is out there, and a trip to the doctor is often a good idea. Here's everything you need to know, what treatments are available, and self-help tips you can try at home.