Heavy Periods
You worry about making it through a work or school day without an accident. You plan your outings around access to bathrooms. You always have a spare change of clothes. It’s more than a nuisance, it’s dictating your life.
Heavy periods (also known as menorrhagia) can take a physical and emotional toll that most people never see. Dr I-Ferne Tan offers thorough, compassionate care for women experiencing excessive bleeding. She will help you to uncover the cause of your symptoms and help you take control of your cycle, your energy, and your life.
What’s causing It?
Every woman’s experience of periods is different, but if yours feels overwhelming, it might be time to investigate.
Common causes for heavy periods include:
Endometrial polyps – small growths inside the uterus
Fibroids – non-cancerous growths in the uterus wall
Endometriosis and Adenomyosis – when the uterus lining grows outside this space
Hormonal imbalances
Bleeding disorders
Pre-cancerous changes or uterine cancer – uncommon, but important to rule out.
“My role is to investigate thoroughly and to help you understand the cause. Accurate diagnosis leads to more effective treatment for heavy periods and better outcomes.”
Assessing the causes
We may consider one or more of the following non-surgical assessments:
Blood tests
Pelvic ultrasound
MRI
Office hysteroscopy – a quick, low-discomfort procedure performed in the private Sydney CBD rooms that allows assessment of the inside of your uterus, without hospital admission or general anaesthetic.
Office Hysteroscopy is a safe, convenient, and efficient way to get clear answers and immediate treatment.
What does treatment look like?
This will depend on your goals and requirements. Some women want to avoid hormones, others are trying to conceive, and some are looking for a lasting solution.
Treatment options may include:
Hormonal or non-hormonal medication: to regulate or lighten your period
Office hysteroscopy: to diagnose and treat problems inside the uterus
Endometrial ablation: to reduce the lining of the uterus
Laparoscopic surgery: for fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, or other causes
Hysterectomy (where appropriate): for permanent relief.
“I will guide you through your options so that we can design a plan that suits your needs and lifestyle”
Why So Many Women
Choose Dr Tan
Dr Tan is appreciated for being patient, compassionate, and genuinely interested in educating you to make confident decisions about your health. Her deep understanding of menstrual health, combined with advanced training in minimally invasive laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery, means she offers care that respects fertility without compromising on effective treatment.
FAQs
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No, you can book directly. However, a GP referral allows you to claim medicare rebates (if eligible).
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Not always. We start with a thorough assessment and explore all treatment options. Surgery is only part of the plan if it’s the right choice for you.
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Treatment is usually partially covered by Medicare and/or private health insurance.
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It’s a quick, convenient, and safe procedure performed in the comfort of private rooms. Most women only experience mild cramps. With special equipment and specialised skills, general anaesthesia is not required.
Heavy periods shouldn’t control your life. Whether you’ve just noticed a change, or you’ve been putting it off for years, Dr Tan can help.