Caffeine linked to leaky bladder in men. The amount of caffeine that's typically found in two cups of coffee may contribute to a man's incontinence, according to a new study.
Heavy menstruation, also known as menorrhagia, is usually the result of a hormonal imbalance. Another common cause of abnormal uterine bleeding is fibroid tumors. Other causes of excessive bleeding that your healthcare provider should consider include: cervical or endometrial polyps.
1 Bleeding disorders - see other causes of bleeding. 2  Von Willebrand's disease - a commonly overlooked cause of heavy periods or excessive bleeding. 3  Any condition that causes bleeding - see causes of bleeding symptoms or bruising easily.  Dysfunctional bleeding - vaginal bleeding of unclear causes.