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[emjane72]

Hi everyone

I had some post meno bleeding a couple of months ago and had a biopsy done.

They have called me from the hospital to attend a face to face appointment a week today as they discovered some growth cells. I have also had period type pains and cramping.

Does the fact that they want to see me face to face mean it is going to be bad news? They originally requested a telephone appointment but changed it to face to face.

I am worrying now that something is wrong.

[CLKD]

We would all worry!  Take some1 with you as well as a list of queries and symptoms.  Sometimes follow up is required depending on the results.  Could it B that the cramping is due to the biopsy procedure?

[Summer-sky]

Hi emjane,

It could mean they just need to talk to you about further treatment in the respect that you mention growth cells which could indicate endometrial hyperplasia where the lining has got thicker due to an overgrowth of cells - hyperplasia without atypia -  normal cell overgrowth which they will then need to treat to prevent the endometrial lining getting thicker or atypical hyperplasia where the cells are looking different and more abnormal and potentially has a higher risk of turning into cancer without treatment. If this is what is going on then it would make sense they want to speak with you face to face to investigate and discuss further treatment.  Did you have a TVS scan or ultrasound when you initially had the biopsy?  Natural of course to worry but it sounds like you acted quickly with the pmb you had so you are on the right path and in the system to rule anything out and get treated quickly if it is needed.  x

[bombsh3ll]

It doesn't necessarily mean anything sinister, just that it may be something that requires further investigation or treatment.

[emjane72]

Hi everyone thank you so much for your replies.

I had a TVR scan first. And there was a thickening of the lining. So they then did the biopsy.

I had some pain and cramping for a couple of days which went away. But this week I have had period type pains. I will mention it when I go next week.

I did ask on the phone if it was anything to worry about and the lady said they would’ve seen me sooner if it was and is probably just to discuss treatment. Like you say at least I’ve acted quickly and whatever it is can be nipped in the bud x

[Hopeful]

Hi emjane72
I hope you are ok, how did your appointment go? I hope it was good news. 🫶🏻

[CLKD]

 

[emjane72]

Hi everyone

Been a while but here is my update 😁

My appointment was fine. The biopsy showed a growth of cells which fortunately aren’t cancerous. I have been diagnosed with endometrial hyperplasia without atypia.

I have today been to have a mirena coil fitted which should reverse the cell growth. If left untreated the cells could become cancerous.

I’ve had it done under general anaesthetic as the biopsy I had done in October was so painful and made me pass out.

Will need a biopsy in 6 months and 12 months time to check it’s working. Will definitely be getting knocked out again 👍🤣

I can’t fault the NHS. Visted GP beginning of October. Put on fast track and all done and dusted today 👍☺️

My advice is don’t ignore post menopausal bleeding. Get it checked out even if it turns out to be nothing ☺️

Happy Christmas everyone 🎄 xx

[Raisinette]

I had read your original post just a few days ago and am delighted to see your good results!
I've had FIVE endo biopisies over the years and have protested the utter LACK of pain management (here in the US there is NONE). I am glad you will be sleeping for the next. Enjoy your holidays!

Did they say why the endometrial lining grows if not cancerous and in meno? Just wondering as I'm dealing with similar issues constantly.

[emjane72]

Hi Raisinette

I was quite surprised when they offered general anaesthetic for the coil insertion. The biopsy was dreadful so I was pleased they offered that!

They said that the reason for the growth of the lining is the production of too much estrogen and not enough progesterone to counteract it. The mirena coil contains progesterone. They have told me that within the next 6 to 12 months the lining should start to thin and reverse cell growth. If left untreated the cells can become cancerous over time. I am wondering if this was happening before menopause because for my last 2 years of periods they were extremely heavy and this can be a symptom apparently. I only went to the doctors once I'd had post meno bleeding.

I hope you manage to get sorted with your issues and that they offer you pain management for future biopsies!

Enjoy your holidays too!

[Raisinette]

Hi again emjane72

I'm so glad they figured you out and it does seem quick!
Last week I also started having a teeny bit of post meno bleeding... in the past it just went away before I even got to have the biopsy done, and biopsies came back as benign, but the internal sono and external ut showed thick lining.

My dr wants me now to have a hysterscopy (she explained it as a telescope that goes into the uterus) and yes- I will be KNOCKED OUT for this! I'm wondering if you were able to skip this step and they just sent you for the Mirena coil? Have you ever had a coil before? It is not as common here among women in menopause.

Things here sadly, seem to go a lot slower... women's healthcare in my (and my friends and family) experience is just not so great.

Thank you so much if you have time for a reply! If not, no worries.

[Jules]

Emjane72, I also was fainting having my hysteroscopy. It was like being in a Victorian hospital. Awful experience. I'm glad you had the anaesthetic and I'd definitely ask for that again next time. I wonder if they checked your records and read notes from last time because my consultant told me I'd need to go to theatre if I had to repeat the procedure.