Heavy Menstruation: A Bloody Big Problem

In this episode, Dr. Jessica Steier and Dr. Sarah Scheinman welcome Dr. Jackie Maybin to explore the often overlooked issue of heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) and its significant impact on women's health. The scientists examine the prevalence of this condition, the persistent societal stigma that prevents open discussion, and the challenges in diagnosis and treatment. They highlight the innovative Missed Vital Sign program, which aims to standardize assessment of menstrual health as a vital clinical indicator. Throughout the conversation, the experts emphasize the critical need for comprehensive data collection, increased awareness, and personalized treatment approaches to address menstrual health disorders. The discussion underscores the importance of advancing research and advocacy in a field that affects a substantial portion of the population but has historically received inadequate attention. (00:00) Intro (03:07) Understanding Problematic Menstrual Bleeding (06:19) The Historical Context of Menstrual Health (09:21) Current Understanding of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (12:21) The Mis Vital Sign Program (18:09) Innovative Approaches to Diagnosis and Treatment (21:17) The Importance of Data Collection in Menstrual Health (25:18) Advocating for Women's Health (30:12) Conclusion and Future Directions https://wellcomeleap.org/the-missed-vital-sign/ https://theunbiasedscipod.substack.com/p/bleeding-out-loud-breaking-the-silence ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Interested in advertising with us? Please reach out to [email protected], with “Unbiased Science” in the subject line. PLEASE NOTE: The discussion and information provided in this podcast are for general educational, scientific, and informational purposes only and are not intended as, and should not be treated as, medical or other professional advice for any particular individual or individuals. Every person and medical issue is different, and diagnosis and treatment requires consideration of specific facts often unique to the individual. As such, the information contained in this podcast should not be used as a substitute for consultation with and/or treatment by a doctor or other medical professional. If you are experiencing any medical issue or have any medical concern, you should consult with a doctor or other medical professional. Further, due to the inherent limitations of a podcast such as this as well as ongoing scientific developments, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information or analysis provided in this podcast, although, of course we always endeavor to provide comprehensive information and analysis. In no event may Unbiased Science or any of the participants in this podcast be held liable to the listener or anyone else for any decision allegedly made or action allegedly taken or not taken allegedly in reliance on the discussion or information in this podcast or for any damages allegedly resulting from such reliance. The information provided herein do not represent the views of our employers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.