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[KittyKats]

Smileysteph53 - I agree with bombsh3ll you should get checked out for peace of mind. All ladies are sent on the 2 week pathway. It's very unlikely to be anything. My friend who was not on HRT had this bleeding in her 60's and it turned out to be a polyp. I do think stress can change the hormones. I had a bereavement recently and that's when I had a heavy bleed. Good luck with your appointment!

[Alli8]

Hi Ladies,

So I had my appointment this morning. The doctor took a brief history then had a look with a speculum (hate those things) and said everything looked healthy but I still need an internal scan to check the womb lining thickness which has been booked for this Sunday.

He queried when I had my last smear which was when I was 49 and was surprised I haven't been called for another yet. I checked the NHS site when I got home and it says ages 50 to 64 is every 5 years so as I am only 54 this year I don't expect it'll be until next year. Strange that he queried it as my smears have always been clear.
I do think a lot of these things are down to the record keeping - my sister has had a total hysterectomy and despite informing the clinic, keeps getting invited for a smear. She is getting so fed up of it she says she might just go as it would be worth it just to see the look on their faces when they get down there 

So I have to wait until Sunday to either panic or breathe a sigh of relief... I'll keep you updated xx

[Cassie]

Agree with what the others have said theres a better chance of bleeding whilst on HRT as per not post meno and this is usually always lumped in the urgent category. It can sometimes be caused by polyps as well so best to get a scan then you can stop worrying, but I have found any dipping down in my dose of HRT causes a bleed so this is more than likely what has happened in your case.

[Smileysteph53]

Hello I had my ultra sound scan and then the Transvaginal one. She couldn’t see my left ovary as she said I had gas. I asked if my ovaries  looked ok on the ultra sound scan she said yes but I don’t ask for any more info . Then on Friday had a call from hospital for me to have a hysteroscopy on Tuesday. This has panicked me would this be a normal route to check why I did have a bleed?

[che]

Hi yes, i too had a scan and am waiting for a hystoscopy, it is normal if you have bleeding to have both

[che]

Hi yes, i too had a scan and am waiting for a hystoscopy, it is normal if you have bleeding to have both

Hello I had my ultra sound scan and then the Transvaginal one. She couldn’t see my left ovary as she said I had gas. I asked if my ovaries  looked ok on the ultra sound scan she said yes but I don’t ask for any more info . Then on Friday had a call from hospital for me to have a hysteroscopy on Tuesday. This has panicked me would this be a normal route to check why I did have a bleed?

Hi yes, i too had a scan and am waiting for a hystoscopy, it is normal if you have bleeding to have both

[Smileysteph53]

Thank you . Such a worrying time. Hope it all goes well with you

[Fi123]

Is something up? So January I had Hysteroscopy for post menopausal bleeding, I’m 56 and 2 years in to menopause. Not on HRT. All looked fine,  took a biopsy as was in there! Had cervical polyp which was removed and fine.  no more bleeding since, biopsy came back as inconclusive. Got a letter to say happy with results and nothing furher needed. Then last week I get a phone call to say lab has requested another biopsy as there are cell changes  . What does this mean, I was so taken back I didn’t ask. I have not been put on two week fast track so think that is it’s not urgent. Anyone else had something similar, I’m a bit concerned now. Thank you

[Smileysteph53]

Hello an update from me. I had my hysteroscopy today . It went well wasn’t very painful at all thankfully 🙏. My bleed appears to be hormonal but they found 2 polyps which consultant removed and said she thought they were benign in appearance and not to worry . They will be sent for biopsy though. Feeling like I can sleep tonight . Have not had so much worry like that over my health before.  Thanks for this site it’s a great forum to discuss our worries . Menopause is not  good for our nerves that’s for sure.

[Cassie]

Glad it went well for you Smileysteph 53 were you awake or did you have some form of sedation when they removed the polyps?

[Alli8]

Hi Ladies, an update...

I eventually went for my scan last Friday after the hospital cancelling the 23rd and rescheduling for the 27th and then calling again to cancel! They offered me the 9th of April to which I told them that wasn't acceptable and where could I get it done sooner. Luckily, they found me an appointment for the next day at another hospital so that was a relief.

They rang yesterday to advise the consultant had said my endometrial lining was 4.6mm but otherwise unremarkable but would like to book a hysteroscopy and biopsy. After reading the advice from other ladies, I asked for a GA rather than the LA they were offering. They wanted to know why and I explained that I find having a smear uncomfortable and have been told (by nurses and not my husband trying to justify things) that I'm small down there 
Also, I've never given birth vaginally, probably for much the same reason as when I had my son I had to have an emergency C-section because I literally couldn't dilate enough for his head and he got into distress 

So, I have pre-assessment tomorrow and the procedure on Tuesday - fingers crossed for a good result.

[Twin]

How are you Alli8.   X

[Alli8]

Thank you for your concern, I'm a bit uncomfortable but none the worse for wear after Tuesday's hysteroscopy. The worst bit was coming out of the general anaesthetic as I 'slow to respond' and had chest pains and the shakes. Apparantley it's fairly common but did rather freak my husband out  Everything went well, I understand.

My discharge papers say 'Hysteroscopy uneventful, endometrium looked hyperemic, no polyps. Pipelle biopsy taken.'

The only thing I was a little wary of was when I saw the surgeon beforehand, he was really pushing for me to have a Mirena fitted during the procedure. He said it's because it's the treatment for much of these conditions. My doctor mentioned the coil years ago before I went on the mini-pill but due to my sister having nothing but trouble when she had one, it put me off. I ended up saying I'd rather wait for the results and do a bit of research. He still said 'If you change your mind just let the team know when you get into theatre'.

Was I right to stick to my guns? I know if I do need one fitted it's another unpleasant procedure but surely it's best to find out what's going on first and whether I even want to go back on HRT??

I stopped my HRT cold turkey on March 4th, on my doctor's advice. So far, I'm having a few hot flushes but it's bearable. The main reason I started taking it was the mood swings and complete lack of libido - I was HORRIBLE and if my husband hadn't been the saint he was I'd probably be divorced. So far, my mood seems ok (my husband is primed to let me know otherwise). If it stays like this (fingers crossed), I don't feel I will need to go back on it. I realised the other day that apart from when I was pregnant, I have been on some form of hormonal control since I was 16 and maybe it's time to give my poor body a break!

It's a nervous wait now for the results - the nurse said it could be 6 weeks 

[Twin]

I’m glad you’re ok.    My friend had a coil but it didn’t agree with her, so I think it depends on the person. 
I only went on hrt due to not sleeping, brain fog and a right ankle pain.   It didn’t help with the first 2 so im hoping I don’t get any additional issues but if it is excess oestrogen that has caused this I’d rather be off it.   
6 weeks is a long time to wait.    This 2 week pathway is bad enough.  Good luck x

[Alli8]

Thanks Twin, I agree with the 6 week wait being a bit daunting, especially as they rush you through the system on the super-scary 'suspected cancer' pathway.

I suspect my issue may be that ever since I hit menopause I have gained around three stone and, as we know, fat produces oestrogen. It's probably why the surgeon suggested the Mirena as yes, it's probably the easiest fix but it's just a sticking plaster and surely it would be better in the long term to shift the weight. Less fat = less oestrogen.

I am aware I am self-diagnosing; it might not be my issue at all but it seems the most likely at this moment in time.

I was never a slim body, always a pear shape but I've never been as heavy in my life as I am now and it's all in the wrong place. It's crept on steadily over 3 years and simply will not budge.  I have an active job and every morning I get up early and do 4km of brisk walking on the treadmill. I have eaten low carb for the last 20+ years and it's always suited me fine until now. I'm short and according to my pre-assessment last week, have lost an inch in height which just makes my BMI worse 

I'll stop with the ranting and googling now and wait for the results!