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Is there a solution for heavy periods that doesn't prevent conception?

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sockappella · 14/04/2018 23:56

My periods are HEAVY. I wear a larger size mooncup plus night time sanitary towel, and have to change both every 1 and a half hours. Obviously, the pill/ coil is not an option as we'll soon be trying for a baby.

So what options are there??

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sockappella · 15/04/2018 20:15

Bump

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earlgreymarl · 15/04/2018 20:21

Yes! Ask your GP for Tranexamic acid - you take on heaviest days of your period every 4 hours, it's non hormonal and lessens the blood flow to make it more manageable. I absolutely rely on it. Good luck xx

UnexpectedItemInShaggingArea · 15/04/2018 20:32

Ibuprofen helps as well. Start taking it as soon as your period starts and keep taking it.

RandomMess · 15/04/2018 20:39

You shouldn't take tranexamic or similar drugs WITH ibuprofen justvto be warned!

Minime85 · 15/04/2018 21:33

Transexamic acid is very good but be warned if you have a delicate stomach it could cause you issues there. I had to stop taking after two months as seriously upset my IBs.

How soon is soon?

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