Clots in period blood are common in most women and are nothing to be concerned about. However, it's also possible that irregular blood clots in your period blood are the result of another condition.

The hormones in your body cause the lining of your uterus to shed during menstruation. Small blood vessels leak during this procedure. Plasma and platelets work together to build blood clots to keep your body from losing too much blood.

How do Clots Form?

Hormones cause your body to lose the uterine lining, which begins your monthly cycle (endometrium). Small blood vessels leak as the lining sheds. Your body creates blood clots using a combination of plasma (the liquid element of blood) and platelets to prevent too much blood loss (tiny blood cells that bind together to form clots).

There are also fragments of tissue from the uterine lining mixed in with the menstrual blood. As a result, what seems to be a blood clot could be a cluster of endometrial cells. It could also be a combination of endometrial cells and blood clots. Because there is more blood in the uterus when your monthly flow is heavier, blood clots are more likely to form. The cervix has to dilate a little in order to pass large blood clots, which can cause a lot of pain. This helps to explain why you're more prone to cramp if you have a heavy flow.

What Causes These Clots?

Heavy menstrual bleeding and menstrual bleeding that lasts more than seven days are referred to as menorrhagia. If you have to change your pad or tampon after less than two hours, or if you pass blood clots the size of a quarter or larger, your flow is considered heavy.

There are a variety of problems that could be increasing the volume of your menstrual flow and/or causing abnormally large clots to form, depending on your age and medical history.

These are some of the conditions:

• Uterine Fibroids: Fibroids in the uterus are noncancerous growths in the uterus that can cause severe bleeding.
• Endometriosis: A disorder in which the endometrial tissue that lines your uterus develops outside of it, commonly onto your fallopian tubes and ovaries.
• Adenomyosis: A disorder in which endometrial tissue in your uterine lining grows into your uterine wall, causing your uterus to enlarge.
• Hormonal Imbalances: Hypothyroidism, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), perimenopause, and menopause can all result in irregular uterine lining shedding, which can lead to clotting and severe bleeding.
• Miscarriage: Pregnancy loss can happen at any time, even before you realise you're expecting. Symptoms such as clotting and bleeding are prevalent.
• Cesarean Scar: Some women may develop abnormal bleeding as a result of the scar left by their cesarean section.
• Blood Clots: These can be caused by cancer in the uterus or cervix, but this is a rare occurrence.

When to See a Doctor?

Period blood clots are a common occurrence during the menstrual cycle. However, if you see any fluctuations in the size or volume, it could indicate an underlying problem.

Prepare the following information before speaking with your doctor:

• The length of the period.
• How heavy the flow is.
• If you’ve been bleeding between periods.
• If you’ve noticed changes over time.
• If you’ve been experiencing pain.
• If there’s a chance you might be pregnant.
• A list of medications you are currently on.
• A list of other medical conditions.

Where to Seek Help?

To obtain treatment from the best gynaecologist in Delhi and to seek expert help for menstrual problems, book an appointment at Femmenest today. Femmenest strives to provide all its patients with trust, comfort and compassion, catering to all their needs and requirements. With a flawless administrative process, top-notch technology, and well-experienced team of doctors and specialists, Femmenest ensures prime care for all its patients.