Clinical manifestations that include irregular or heavy bleeding, the passage of large clots, and the depletion of iron stores support which diagnosis?

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Unpredictable and variable bleeding, in terms of amount and duration, characterize abnormal uterine bleeding. Especially during perimenopause, dysfunctional bleeding also may involve flooding and the passage of large clots, which often indicate excessive blood loss. Excessive bleeding can lead to iron-deficiency anemia. Premenstrual syndrome involves distressing physical, emotional, or behavioral symptoms. Over 300 symptoms have been ascribed to this condition, but heavy bleeding, passing clots, and iron deficiency anemia are not characteristics of PMS. Polycystic ovary syndrome can include dysfunctional bleeding or amenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea is lack of the menstrual period, so heavy bleeding would not be a manifestation of this disorder.

Clinical Manifestations That Include Irregular or Heavy Bleeding, the Passage