Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB)

• A
• B
• C
• D
• E
• F
• G
• H
• I
• J
• K
• L
• M
• N
• O
• P
• Q
• R
• S
• T
• U
• V
• W
• X
• Y
• Z

Normal uterine anatomy (cut section)

Anovulatory bleeding; Bleeding - dysfunctional uterine; DUB

• Vaginal bleeding between periods
• Abnormal menstrual periods
• Variable menstrual cycles (usually less than 28 days between menstrual periods)
• Variable menstrual flow ranging from scanty to profuse
• Infertility
• Mood swings
• Hot flashes
• Vaginal tenderness
• Hirsutism -- excessive growth of body hair in a male pattern

A pelvic examination will be performed.

Tests usually include:

• CBC
• Serum HCG (to rule out pregnancy)
• Thyroid function tests
• Hormone tests 
  • Androgen levels
  • FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone)
  • LH (luteinizing hormone)
  • Prolactin
  • Progesterone
• Blood clotting profile

The following procedures may be performed:

• Endometrial biopsy
• D and C (dilatation and curettage)
• Pelvic ultrasound
• Hysteroscopy

Review Date: 05/15/2006
Reviewed By: Melanie N. Smith, M.D., Ph.D., Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.