One out of five women experience excessive menstrual bleeding. Many fear a radical treatment like hysterectomy.

Now, microwave technology can offer a quick and easy solution. Dr. David Marks reports on microwave endometrial ablation or MEA.

Microwave heat is used to remove a thin layer of the lining of the uterus. The uterus is left intact but the functional portion, the portion that gives a woman her menstruation every month, is destroyed.

A wand inserted into the uterus pulses out microwave energy. The doctor, guided by computer readings, gently “paints” the lining with the heat.

Microwaves aren’t the only type of energy your doctor can use. But studies show microwave treatment gets high marks for safety, effectiveness and patient satisfaction.