Because some hair loss in women can be caused by underlying medical conditions, it is important that women be evaluated by a physician. It is also important to review the use of medications that can cause hair loss, such as oral contraceptives, beta-blockers, Vitamin A, thyroid drugs, coumadin and prednisone.
Help for Heavy Menstrual Periods. If you are bleeding heavily, certain self-care strategies such as making yourself comfortable, getting plenty of rest, drinking extra fluids and eating iron-rich foods can improve how you are feeling.
According to herbalists, comfrey is also a good remedy to control heavy bleeding. This herb helps constrict blood vessels, thereby reducing heavy bleeding. 1  Put 2 teaspoons of comfrey leaves in a cup of hot water. 2  Cover and steep for 20 minutes. 3  Strain and drink it once daily during heavy bleeding.