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In this episode of 7-2-1: All You Need to Know About Periods, Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow leads an insightful discussion with experts, Luuk Scheres, MD, PhD and Eva Hamulyak, MD, PhD on Anticoagulation and Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB).
The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding how anticoagulant therapy can exacerbate menstrual bleeding, especially in patients with a history of HMB or gynecological conditions. The experts discuss risk factors, the significance of patient education, and the need for healthcare providers to proactively engage in discussions about menstrual changes and potential anemia. Together, faculty highlight the lack of comprehensive research and the need for high-quality evidence to guide treatment strategies.
This episode underscores the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration between hematologists and gynecologists to manage HMB effectively, and calls for increased awareness and education among healthcare professionals and patients.