GPs not aware of guidance on heavy menstrual bleeding

The results of a survey of 250 GPs indicates that low awareness of the NICE guidance on Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB) may significantly affect their implementation across the UK. Results from the survey show that as many as seven in 10 GPs are either unaware that the guidelines exist, or are unfamiliar with the details. HMB affects one in five women of reproductive age and is defined as excessive menstrual blood loss which interferes with the woman’s physical, emotional, social and material quality of life, and can occur alone or in combination with other symptoms.For women who are suitable for