Whereas rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes joint malfunction due to inflammation, osteoarthritis is a mechanical disease brought on by the destruction of joints through wear and tear. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, with approximately 27 million Americans over the age of 25 having been diagnosed with it.
A blood clot is a thick mass of menstrual blood that is expelled from your body when you menstruate. Clots are most common during the heaviest part of your flow â which is usually the first few days. Blood Clots look like chunky, jelly-like blobs that vary in size and color.
Heavy or prolonged menstrual periods, or menorrhagia, are the most common type of abnormal bleeding from the uterus. Periods are considered heavy if there is enough blood to soak a pad or tampon every hour for several consecutive hours. Other symptoms of a heavy period can include: Nighttime bleeding that requires getting up to change pads or tampons. Passing large blood clots during menstruation.