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Courtney Pochin

Doctor explains why some people have heavy periods - and when to seek help

For many women, periods are a massively personal and private topic that they don't discuss with anyone else, but because of this, they might find themselves struggling with their menstrual cycle in silence.

Dr Susanna Unsworth, a women's health expert for the NHS, has had numerous conversations with women who have experienced period problems for years before seeking medical advice, as they thought it was 'normal'.

This sort of discussion is something the gynaecologist finds incredibly upsetting and as such, she's working to reduce the taboo around period talk and also encouraging women to seek help when something isn't quite right.

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