Are my periods too heavy?
It is not always easy to know if your periods are heavier than they should be. This symptom checklist can help you find out. Download the checklist (PDF 132KB) and tick the boxes to show how often you experience certain signs and symptoms with your periods. Take the checklist with you when you visit your doctor.
If symptoms are affecting your quality of life, talk to your doctor
They will ask about your symptoms and your medical history, and may recommend some tests. And remember, different period products hold different amounts of blood. Some products make it harder to tell if your periods are heavy. Talk about this with your doctor if you are worried.
Learn more about periods
Learn about the menstrual cycle, period products and more by visiting our periods web pages.
© 2024 Jean Hailes Foundation. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission of the copyright owner. Contact: licensing@jeanhailes.org.au