A menstrual period that lasts longer than seven days is considered a long period. Your doctor may refer to a period that lasts longer than a week as menorrhagia. You may also be diagnosed with menorrhagia if you experience unusually
How can I stop a prolonged period?
Eating foods rich in iron or potassium such as lentils, raisins or bananas. Drinking enough water to stay hydrated because menstrual fluid contains both blood and water. Taking Shepherd's Purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris), is one of the most common remedies for the treatment of prolonged periods.
What do you call prolonged period?
If your menstrual period is excessively heavy, prolonged, or irregular, it's known as menorrhagia. Symptoms of menorrhagia include. a menstrual period that lasts longer than seven days.