Hello 

I have literally just been through this process and I know how scary it is

i have been on HRT since 2015 ('m 53) and for the past couple years, continuous hrt where you don't bleed. I started spotting out of the blue in January and didn't think much of it as not uncommon to bleed on hrt. When it dragged in into Feb I went to the Dr ( or spoke on the phone!) and was referred for the 2 week wait for urgent assessment. I was very scared. Too much googling and forums and reading about cancer convinced me I would be facing that outcome. I had a biopsy (not painful but uncomfortable- take a paracetamol an hour beforehand) and then the scan a week or so later. I was eventually told I had a thin endometrium and needed to modify hrt. Just waiting for that appointment. I stopped hrt a couple of weeks ago through my own choice and will decide whether to have a coil when I next see the GP. It is a scary time but the overwhelming majority of women have nothing to be concerned about and my research revealed that women on hrt were even less likely to develop womb cancer. PLease try not to worry. The sonographer won't tell you anything at the scan so don't read anything into that. You should hear within a few days - chase the GP up if you don't hear within a week.

Take care of yourself and keep busy and I wish you all the very best xx

Hello Greenvelvet,

Thank you so very much for your heartwarming and reassuring reply.  After reading it I have felt the best I've been since this saga began a week ago today. I am so pleased for you that your situation was down to HRT and not worse case scenario. What an awful start to the new year you've had and I can sense the turmoil you have been through. That's exactly how I've been this week. Awaiting the biopsy results and the ultra sound appointment are taking over my life and I am consumed with anxiety.  I am trying hard to be positive and hope this is all down to an increase in oestrogel this past two months.  Like you, if it is down to adjusting my HRT I am seriously considering coming off it altogether.  I struggled for 10 years having had a premature menopause before I decided enough was enough and went on HRT. It is such a trial and error situation finding the perfect strength and I wish you every success as you decide what to do next on the HRT journey.  Once again thank you for reaching out and offering me some calm and wise words, I cannot tell you how much it has helped me. Wishing you continued good health and happiness. Take care.

That's so nice of you to say. I read your post  and it felt like something I'd have written. The worry took over my life to the point that when the daffodils came out, I was wondering whether I'd see them next year. The fear of cancer is horrific. I sense that I need to get some counselling or talking therapy to manage it as no one knows what is in the future, and we all need tools to cope. My Nan used to tell me not to meet trouble half way. She was right but it's almost impossible! Take care and sending you my very best wishes for a good outcome. Let me know. Sending a virtual hug x

That's so nice of you to say. I read your post  and it felt like something I'd have written. The worry took over my life to the point that when the daffodils came out, I was wondering whether I'd see them next year. The fear of cancer is horrific. I sense that I need to get some counselling or talking therapy to manage it as no one knows what is in the future, and we all need tools to cope. My Nan used to tell me not to meet trouble half way. She was right but it's almost impossible! Take care and sending you my very best wishes for a good outcome. Let me know. Sending a virtual hug x