Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

Prevention

Usually, dysfunctional uterine bleeding results from unpredictable hormonal changes and therefore cannot be prevented. However, being overweight can impact your hormone production, increasing your risk of developing irregular menstrual bleeding. If you are overweight, losing weight may help prevent dysfunctional uterine bleeding from developing.

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Author:	Merrill Hayden Carrie Henley	Last Updated: May 18, 2006
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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