Hi. I don't know the name of her local hospital. I'll ask.
There is also obesity as part of the picture. I know that fat can disrupt hormones. I'm learning as much as I can as quickly as I can to help here. Here's what Chat GPT had to say. I'm not questioning you and thanks for weighing in. All issues must be checked thoroughly by endocrinologist.
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Yes, diabetes can contribute to uncontrolled, non-stop menstrual bleeding, though it’s usually an indirect effectrather than a direct cause. The main reasons diabetes can lead to excessive or irregular menstrual bleeding include:
1. Insulin Resistance & Hormonal Imbalance
Diabetes (especially Type 2) is linked to insulin resistance, which disrupts normal hormone levels.
Excess insulin can lead to high estrogen levels, which thickens the uterine lining (endometrial hyperplasia)and increases the risk of heavy or prolonged bleeding.
2. PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
Many people with diabetes also have PCOS, a condition where irregular ovulation and high androgens can cause prolonged or heavy periods.
PCOS is strongly linked to insulin resistance and unpredictable menstrual cycles.
3. Poor Blood Sugar Control & Blood Vessel Fragility
High blood sugar damages blood vessels and can make the uterine lining more prone to prolonged bleeding.
Diabetes can impair platelet function, reducing the body’s ability to stop bleeding.
4. Increased Risk of Endometrial Hyperplasia & Cancer
Unopposed estrogen (not balanced by progesterone) causes excessive uterine lining growth.
Over time, this can lead to persistent heavy periods and an increased risk of endometrial cancer, which can present as prolonged or irregular bleeding.
5. Other Factors (Obesity, Medications, Stress)
Obesity, common in Type 2 diabetes, increases estrogen production from fat tissue, worsening bleeding issues.
Metformin & other diabetes meds can sometimes affect cycles, though they usually help regulate them.
Chronic stress and inflammation from diabetes may also disrupt hormone balance.