Nikita Bhardwaj
Menstrual bleeding is a part of almost every woman’s life. The truth is that it might seem like a lot but we only part with a couple of millilitres of blood every month. However, if you think your periods are too heavy in terms of flow, anaemia could be causing it.
Anaemia is a blood condition which pertains to iron deficiency and is more common in women. Constant fatigue, pale skin, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and a lack of concentration are some of the most prominent symptoms you see in an anaemic person.
Menstrual bleeding is a part of almost every woman’s life. The truth is that it might seem like a lot but we only part with a couple of millilitres of blood every month. However, if you think your periods are too heavy in terms of flow, anaemia could be causing it.
Anaemia is a blood condition which pertains to iron deficiency and is more common in women. Constant fatigue, pale skin, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and a lack of concentration are some of the most prominent symptoms you see in an anaemic person.
According to Dr Chadha, menorrhagia can occur due to issues like hormonal imbalance, fibroids (abnormal growth of muscle tissues on your uterus), and polyps (abnormal growth on your cervix).
“This situation can lead to anaemia by reducing the number of red blood cells. How does one get to know about it? Well, for this, you need to get a blood test done for your hemoglobin level. Low hemoglobin level means the oxygen supply in your body is low which leads to constant fatigue and lightheadedness”, she explains.
Leaving anaemia untreated is an invitation to a much bigger problem
“You can very well try to treat this condition by either taking iron supplements, doing light exercises, and by including iron rich food in your diet. You need to cut down on caffeine and alcohol for better absorption of the nutrients. You must remember that if anaemia is left untreated, it can cause severe complications like heart problems, pregnancy complications, and chronic health conditions”, she concluded.
So, you need to keep a track of your flow when you’re menstruating to catch this condition in time. (Source : www.healthshots.com)
