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Heavy periods: diagnosis and treatment in Busan

Periods that soak through pads or tampons every hour or two, last longer than seven days, or leave you tired and short of breath are not something you have to put up with. Heavy menstrual bleeding is common and very treatable, and an OB/GYN in Busan can usually find the cause with an ultrasound and blood tests.

Signs your periods may be too heavy

  • Changing a pad or tampon every one to two hours for several hours in a row
  • Needing to double up on protection or change overnight
  • Passing clots larger than a coin
  • Bleeding for more than seven days
  • Feeling tired, dizzy or breathless, which can be signs of iron-deficiency anemia

Common causes

Doctors look for structural causes such as fibroids , endometrial polyps and adenomyosis , and for hormonal causes such as irregular ovulation (common in teens, PCOS and perimenopause) or thyroid problems. A copper IUD, blood-thinning medicines and bleeding disorders can also play a role. In some cases, especially over 45 or with risk factors, the lining of the uterus is sampled to rule out precancerous changes.

What the visit involves

The doctor will ask about your cycle, how many products you use and for how long, and any other symptoms. A pelvic or transvaginal ultrasound checks the uterus and ovaries; a transabdominal scan is an option if you prefer. Blood tests usually include a complete blood count and iron levels, often a pregnancy test and thyroid tests. Depending on the findings, you may be offered hysteroscopy or an endometrial biopsy, sometimes at a larger hospital.

Treatment options

Options depend on the cause and whether you want to become pregnant. Common choices include tranexamic acid or anti-inflammatory medicine taken during your period, combined hormonal contraception, progestin tablets, and the hormonal IUD , which can greatly reduce bleeding. Iron supplements treat anemia. Polyps and some fibroids can be removed with minor procedures; more complex cases are managed at university or women's hospitals.

Cost and insurance

Heavy bleeding is a medical condition, so for people enrolled in Korea's National Health Insurance (NHI), consultations, diagnostic ultrasound and blood tests are partly covered. Coverage for devices and procedures varies, so ask the clinic. Without NHI you pay the full fee; request an estimate when you call. See our cost guides .

Tips for foreigners

Bring your ARC or passport, a record of your recent period dates and how heavy they were, and a list of medicines you take. Calling ahead lets you confirm hours and whether ultrasound is available on the day. Our international patients guide covers booking and interpretation.

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When to get help sooner

Go to an ER if you are soaking a pad or more every hour for two hours or more, feel faint or dizzy, have a racing heart, or might be pregnant. See a doctor promptly for any bleeding after menopause.

OB/GYN clinics in Busan for heavy periods

Any general OB/GYN clinic can start the workup with ultrasound and blood tests. These clinics are spread across the city; tap a name for the full listing. Features are shown only where a public listing confirms them.

Clinic Area Phone Listed features
Roaen OB/GYN Clinic Seomyeon (Bujeon-dong) 051-804-3000 Sat, Evenings, STD tests
Centum Eroom Women's Clinic Centum City (U-dong) 051-758-8275 Sat, Fertility
Eve & Adam Women's Clinic Centum City (U-dong) 051-743-7585 Sat, Evenings, STD tests
Ms For You Women's Clinic Jwa-dong (Jangsan) 051-636-7975 Sat, Evenings
Dongnae Bom OB/GYN Clinic Oncheon-dong 051-711-2060 Sat, Evenings
Seoul Samsung OB/GYN Clinic Yeonsan-dong 051-714-3500 Sat
Jini OB/GYN Clinic Jangjeon-dong (Pusan Natl Univ) 051-582-8275 Sat, Evenings
Mari Women's Clinic Daeyeon-dong (Kyungsung-Pukyong Univ) 051-626-1009 Sat, STD tests
She's Bon OB/GYN Clinic Suyeong / Millak area Not listed Sat, STD tests
Rose Women's Clinic Nampo-dong 051-245-7911 Sat, Evenings
L Women's Clinic Hadan-dong 051-207-2727 Sat, Evenings, STD tests

Heavy period questions

  • Should I go during my period or after?

    You can be seen at any time. Ultrasound is often clearer just after a period ends, but if bleeding is heavy now, go now. The doctor can arrange a follow-up scan if needed.

  • Will I need surgery?

    Most people are treated with medicine or a hormonal IUD first. Procedures are considered for polyps, larger fibroids or when other treatments have not worked.

  • Can heavy periods cause anemia?

    Yes. Ongoing heavy bleeding is a common cause of iron-deficiency anemia, which can cause fatigue, breathlessness and hair thinning. A simple blood test checks this.

  • Is it normal for periods to get heavier in my 40s?

    Cycles often become irregular and sometimes heavier in perimenopause, but heavier bleeding at this age should still be checked to rule out fibroids, polyps or changes in the uterine lining.