Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Treatment in Alpharetta
Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is bleeding that is abnormal in frequency or volume, the cause of which is unknown. At North Fulton OBGYN of Alpharetta, Dr. Lisa Vinokur has extensive experience in the identification and treatment of AUB. Following an initial physical assessment and depending on your symptoms, Dr. Vinokur may suggest additional diagnostic tests to ultimately identify the root cause of your abnormal uterine bleeding.
Whatever your situation and symptoms, our team will take great care to make sure you are comfortable during your visit and confident in your treatment plan.
Common causes:
Hormonal imbalances: irregular and abnormal periods caused by thyroid disorders or PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)
Fibroids or Polyps: these are non-cancerous growths in the uterus which can cause heavy, prolonged bleeding.
Medications: any medication that affects hormone levels or blood clotting can cause AUB
Cancer: in rare cases, abnormal uterine bleeding may be caused by uterine, cervical or ovarian cancer.
Treatment Available at North Fulton OBGYN of Alpharetta
Treatment of AUB varies depending on the specific underlying cause. Treatments for the most common causes of AUB include:
Lifestyle changes: maintaining a healthy weight, diet and regular exercise are vital to good health. It’s possible a few lifestyle changes will solve your abnormal uterine bleeding by balancing your hormones and reducing the symptoms.
Medication: if your menstrual cycle needs to be adjusted back to normal, hormonal injections are available to regulate your cycle and reduce the bleeding.
Minimally invasive surgery: if Fibroids are the cause of your AUB, a Myomectomy will remove the Fibroids while preserving your ability to bear children. In severe cases, a Hysterectomy may be performed for those who no longer wish to have children.
