When “Normal” Bleeding Isn’t Normal

Many women are told heavy periods are just part of getting older. In truth, abnormal uterine bleeding often signals a hormone imbalance—especially between estrogen and progesterone.

Understanding Estrogen Dominance

In the first half of your cycle, estrogen thickens the uterine lining. Progesterone then stabilizes it. When stress, poor liver detoxification, or insulin resistance lower progesterone, estrogen goes unchecked, leading to:

• Heavy flow or large clots
• PMS and breast tenderness
• Fatigue, migraines, mood swings

Common Root Causes

• Perimenopause: erratic ovulation reduces progesterone.
• Stress: cortisol steals precursors from progesterone.
• Thyroid issues: slow metabolism impairs hormone clearance.
• Liver or gut dysfunction: limits estrogen detox via bile.

The Sheen Vein Approach

Our St. Louis clinic performs:

• Comprehensive hormone panels (estradiol, progesterone, LH/FSH, thyroid, cortisol)
• Functional liver and gut testing
• Ultrasound referrals when structure must be ruled out

Treatment focuses on restoring balance:

• Bio-identical progesterone support if deficient
• DIM and calcium D-glucarate for estrogen detox
• Iron and B-vitamin replenishment for blood loss
• Red-light therapy + PEMF to improve pelvic circulation

Lifestyle Strategies

• Increase cruciferous vegetables for estrogen metabolism.
• Manage stress to lower cortisol-driven imbalance.
• Prioritize sleep—melatonin supports ovarian regulation.

Bottom Line

Heavy periods are your body’s hormone feedback. Correcting the imbalance restores energy, mood, and menstrual normalcy.

👉 Discover our Women’s Hormone Optimization Program and Red-Light Therapy for Circulation.

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