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Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

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Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding Underlying Cause

Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is caused by abnormal female hormone levels in the bloodstream.

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Last Updated: Apr 17, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding References:

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