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Blessing Oluwasanya: When Heavy Periods Are More Than Just an Inconvenience
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Jul 28, 2026, 14:10

Blessing Oluwasanya: When Heavy Periods Are More Than Just an Inconvenience

Blessing Oluwasanya, Cowrywise Ambassador, shared a post on LinkedIn:

“Menorrhagia: When ‘Heavy Periods’ Are More Than Just an Inconvenience.

In clinical practice, I’ve seen how often heavy menstrual bleeding gets normalized — dismissed as ‘just how my periods are.’

But menorrhagia is a real medical condition, and it deserves attention.

Menorrhagia is defined as abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding — soaking through a pad or tampon every hour for several hours, bleeding lasting more than 7 days, or passing large clots.

Common causes:

  • Uterine fibroids or polyps
  • Hormonal imbalances (thyroid disorders, PCOS)
  • Adenomyosis
  • Bleeding disorders
  • IUD-related side effects
  • Rarely, uterine or endometrial abnormalities

Why imaging matters:

Pelvic ultrasound is often the first step in evaluating menorrhagia — it helps identify fibroids, polyps, or structural abnormalities.

In some cases, MRI or sonohysterography provides more detailed mapping before treatment decisions are made.

Why this matters beyond discomfort:

Untreated menorrhagia can lead to iron-deficiency anemia, fatigue, and a significant impact on quality of life — yet many women wait years before seeking care.

The takeaway: heavy periods are not something to just ‘push through.’

If bleeding is disrupting your daily life, it’s worth a conversation with your doctor and, where needed, imaging to get answers.

Have you or someone you know had to advocate for a menorrhagia diagnosis?

Let’s talk about it in the comments.”

Blessing Oluwasanya: When Heavy Periods Are More Than Just an Inconvenience

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