Failed Hysteroscopy

Hi everyone 

ive recently had a hysteroscopy and due to scar tissue this procedure wasn't possible. The doctors need a biopsy as the lining of the womb is too thick. Now I've been told I need a full hysterectomy, I really don't want this and it seems quite extreme. Can anyone help or suggest another option? 

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  • Hello and thanks for posting

    Sometimes if a hysteroscopy can't go ahead doctors may consider doing a pelvic ultrasound – where a small probe is inserted in the vagina and uses sound waves to produce an image of the inside of the womb, or an endometrial biopsy – when a narrow tube is passed through the cervix into the womb, with suction used to remove a sample of the womb's lining. But I'm not sure that you could have these tests because of your scar tissue and they do not provide as much information as the hysteroscopy.

    As nurses we are unable to recommend treatments I'm afraid. We always suggest discussing the best treatment options with your gynaecology team as they are familiar with all your medical details.

    Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Best wishes,

    Celene

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  • Hello and thanks for posting

    Sometimes if a hysteroscopy can't go ahead doctors may consider doing a pelvic ultrasound – where a small probe is inserted in the vagina and uses sound waves to produce an image of the inside of the womb, or an endometrial biopsy – when a narrow tube is passed through the cervix into the womb, with suction used to remove a sample of the womb's lining. But I'm not sure that you could have these tests because of your scar tissue and they do not provide as much information as the hysteroscopy.

    As nurses we are unable to recommend treatments I'm afraid. We always suggest discussing the best treatment options with your gynaecology team as they are familiar with all your medical details.

    Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Best wishes,

    Celene

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