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    Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

    Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding



    Prevention

    Usually dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) results from unpredictable hormonal changes, so it cannot be prevented. But being overweight can affect your hormone production, which increases your risk for irregular menstrual bleeding. If you are overweight, losing weight may help prevent dysfunctional uterine bleeding.




    By: Reference Healthwise Staff Last Revised: Reference January 27, 2012
    Medical Review: Reference Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Reference Femi Olatunbosun, MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology


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