Abstract

Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) refers to irregularities in menstrual cycle involving frequency, regulatory, duration and volume of flow outside of pregnancy. AUB refers to any non-physiologic uterine bleeding.[1] It affects great majority of women and is one of the most common problems in their life, most commonly occurring at menarche and peri-menopausal age. It is one of the most common indications for performing endometrial biopsies and curettage. A normal menstrual cycle has a frequency of 24–38 days and lasts 2-7 days with 5–80 ml of blood loss. Variations in any of these parameters constitute abnormal uterine bleeding.

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