Heavy menstrual bleeding
Heavy menstrual bleeding: investigation and treatment
Summary
Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is defined as excessive menstrual blood loss which interferes with a woman's physical, social, emotional and/or material quality of life. It can occur alone or in combination with other symptoms. HMB is not associated with significant mortality and may be considered u ...
Corrections made in 'Understanding NICE guidance' and 'Quick reference guide' concerningoral progestogen (norethisterone): January 2008
Understanding NICE guidance
On the 'Drug treatments compared' table, row 5 'Oral progestogen (norethisterone)', column 4: note that the recommended dosing regimen for norethisterone is not licensed for use as a contraceptive, but may affect a woman's ability to become pregnant while it is being taken.
Quick reference guide (N1180)
On page 7, row 5 'Oral progestogen (norethisterone)', column 4: note that the recommended dosing regimen for norethisterone is not licensed for use as a contraceptive, but may affect a woman's ability to become pregnant while it is being taken.
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Expected review date: January 2010
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Clinical guidelines CG44
Issued: January 2007
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