Hello again
Just an update because I feel like so many of us (ME!) write something on the board at a terrifying time and recieve so much support... but then life happens, and we disappear back into our own lives. I know I've tried to glean info by following threads of other people, but then often see they just sort of stop, no more info or update. So in case going forward anyone needs to hear more on this topic, here's my update.
I got the results back from the endometrial biopsy and thankfully, BENIGN! A relief, yes.
I see a nurse practicioner rather than a gyno, so she was pleased as well. That said, she wants me to go for anotoher ultrasound in 5 months to see if the endometrial lining keeps growing, or if it stays the same or resolves somehow on its own.
The findings of the biopsy were: a benign polyp, fibroids (I already knew that), endometrial tissue with squamous metaplasia (meaning cells that don't belong in the uterus but have appeared and are non cancerous). There was no displasia or hyperplasia, no atypical cells.
The nurse says if in 5 months the lining remains thick or increases, I will do a D & C that will aslo be biopsied, followed by a hysterectomy, most likely.
She does not know WHY my endometrium is thickened, she only knows it shouldn't be. Perhaps because my uterus is occupied with all this stuff, I feel crampy and vaguely pressured in the area, as if always expecting a period. After the biopsy I had bleeding, then spotting for 5 days. Now it seems done.
I worry, because I'm a worrier, and I'm a worrier because I've witnessed much health suffering among those I love. Still, I hope adding to this thread helps someone else who is worried and maybe fills in some blanks.
Cheers to all!
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Hello ladies
Thank you in advance for any calming information. Two years ago I had post meno bleed. Went for endo biopsy and ultrasound which were fine. Endometrial lining was "smooth, 2 mm." I'm in the US and was not using any form of HRT or bioidentical hormone treatment. The one time I did I had many reactions so it is no longer advised.
A week ago I saw a bit of "fiberous stuff" in urine that was pink. My gyno had me get an ultrasound which showed in 2 years my uterine lining had grown to 8 mm and is now showing "myocystic changes." that should be "investigated." Smaller than 4-5 is acceptable for linings where no HRT is being used.
Other than the bit of fibrous matter, which has since stopped, there has been no bleeding. I do feel sort of crampy and vaguely uncomfortable, and back in my menstrual days would have said I felt very pre-menstrual this entire month; breasts a bit swelled, you know that feeling.
Of course I am utterly terrified. I'm 65. I'm just wondering if this thickened lining can self resolve, or can be the result of low thyroid (I struggle with that). Any words of wisdom from fellow femailes whose linings are suspect?
Thanks again.
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