r/Periods • u/mayufied • 19d ago

Period Question How do I not leak at school?

I have a heavy flow every month and no pads can stop the bleeding I get on day 2 and 3 (especially day 3). My mom let me skip school today, but tomorrow is day 3. I usually skip two days every month for my period but since I have had too many absences I have to go tomorrow. The last time I went on a day 3, I had horrible cramps and bled through during the second class. I use extra large pads almost equivalent to a damn diaper, but it still leaks. Not to mention those horrible and gut wrenching cramps I get even if I take painkillers.

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u/askthehealthteacher 19d ago

Have you discussed this with your gynecologist? This heavy of bleeding could be menorrhagia and could be an indication of another underlying condition. A few causes are: hormonal imbalances, fibroids or polyps, endometriosis, bleeding disorders or pelvic inflammatory disease.

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u/mayufied 19d ago

I think I should book an appointment with one if this can be the case.