My periods have become very irregular and sometimes I bleed between cycles. I'm 31 and trying to understand my reports. What is the difference between metrorrhagia and menorrhagia exactly? One sounds like heavy flow and the other like spotting, I'm confused which one I have based on my symptoms. ~ Jyothi Kuruba, 31 Yrs
Metrorrhagia refers to irregular or abnormal vaginal bleeding that is not a part of the normal menstrual cycle. On the other hand, menorrhagia specifically describes heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding during the regular menstrual period. Identifying if your bleeding happens between cycles helps in pinpointing the exact hormonal imbalance causes that might be affecting your uterine lining’s stability and readiness for conception.