How to stop heavy bleeding during periods: home remedies

Heavy menstrual bleeding can arise from changes in ovulation, growths in the uterus, inflammation or other health conditions. Adenomyosis, endometrial hyperplasia, endometrial polyps, perimenopause, polycystic ovary syndrome and uterine fibroids are possible causes a clinician may assess.

Repeated blood loss can lower iron stores and contribute to iron deficiency anaemia. The pattern matters: note whether the change is recent, whether bleeding occurs between periods, and whether pain, clots or dizziness accompany it.

Use a calendar or phone note to record flow, clots, pain and how often you change protection. Drink regularly, rest when needed and choose meals that include iron-containing foods. Heat may soothe cramps, but it does not treat the source of bleeding.

Arrange an appointment if heavy flow is repeated, interferes with life or is different from your usual pattern. Ask before taking anti-inflammatory medicines, iron supplements or herbal products, particularly if you have another condition, take blood thinners or could be pregnant.

Seek urgent help if you are faint, unusually weak, breathless, have severe pain, or are rapidly soaking through protection. Get prompt assessment for possible pregnancy, fever, unusual discharge, bleeding after sex or bleeding that continues outside your period.

Ask whether you need blood tests for anaemia, what could be causing the flow, and which treatment is suitable with your medicines and pregnancy plans. Ask what amount or pattern of bleeding should trigger urgent review.