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Polyp & post menopausal bleeding

Bunnie
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Hi, I've had post menopausal bleeding for nearly 2 years, more or less from restarting hrt, I'm 59 years old. 

I was referred for an ultrasound scan in November 2024, the lining was 6.8mm but the radiographer said its fine.

When I saw my gp she said she'd refer me to gynae.

Had an appointment February this year & an hysteroscopy was performed (wasn't expecting that as noone had told me) they took a biopsy & said there was a polyp, they said they'd write to me with the biopsy results & I'd need to have the polyp removed, they increased my utrogestron to 2 tablets a day & said theyd insert a mirena coil when they remove the polyp, normally in around 3 months, I've never had such a painful procedure like this before & had to lie down afterwards as I felt faint & sick.

Heard nothing from gynae regarding the biopsy but my gp said the results were normal. 

I've had more or less continuous bleeding ever since with just the odd week off.

I've spoken to the clinic a number of times & been told they have a backlog of about 3 years for suspected cancer cases.

I've not been in any hurry to have this procedure as the hysteroscopy was so painful I'm dreading having the polyp removed.

I've also got degenerative disc disease in my spine, mainly at the neck, c4 - c6 & had surgery in June to put a cage in, I've also been suffering with sciatica now for at least 5 years, the neurosurgeon has said that my lumbar region is also badly affected & he can operate on my L5 / S1, however,  my back has been getting so bad lowdown aswell as a bad stomach that  I'm worrying now that it's not from my spine but perhaps from the polyp.

I rang the gynae clinic this morning who said I should get an appointment before Easter next year, she also said she'd add me to the cancellation list should anything happen & to speak to my gp re my low back pain & she could expedite the appointment to gynae for consideration. 

I'm so sorry for the long post but I'm getting so anxious about it all, does anyone have any advice please?  I'm so worried that as its been more than 8 months since the hysteroscopy, what if the polyp  has become cancerous (probably just my over active imagination)

  • Hi Bunnie, and thank you for posting,

    I am sorry to hear that you have been experiencing these symptoms. It seems this has been ongoing for some time. Understandably, you’re feeling worried, especially when you are experiencing continuous bleeding after a biopsy and have been found to have a polyp.

    Naturally, you might be feeling nervous about the polyp removal, especially after such a painful hysteroscopy. Many people find that procedure is difficult. There might be options to have this done under general anaesthetic, which you could discuss with the gynaecologist.

    With everything that you have been through, especially with your spinal issues and recent surgery, it might be worth asking your GP to expedite your referral, as the clinic suggested. This might get you seen sooner.

    It’s reassuring to know that your biopsy came back normal. Most polyps are benign (non-cancerous), and only a very small percentage turn out to be cancerous. Some polyps don’t need to be removed if they’re small and not causing symptoms, they can simply be monitored. However, if they are causing bleeding (which is the most common symptom), removal is usually recommended. Pelvic or abdominal pain can sometimes occur, but back pain is not typically associated with polyps of the womb.

    If you're feeling anxious about the possibility of cancer, it may help to speak with your GP. They know your full medical history and can offer more reassurance. It’s also good to hear that you’re on the cancellation list. I hope an appointment becomes available for you soon.

    Please feel free to get back to us. If you would like to speak with one of nurses on the helpline, we are free Monday to Friday between 9 am and 5 pm, freephone 0808 800 4040.

    Jemma

  • Offline in reply to CRUK Nurse Jemma

    Thank you so much Jemma for replying ️ 

    I've just made some notes for the gp for when I see her next week, one of which is I keep feeling like I need to poo, but when I go it's not that it's just blood from my vagina.

    I remember the gynae nurse describing the polyp as similar to a rice krispie  don't think ill eat them ever again  x

  • Offline in reply to Bunnie

    Sorry meant to say I keep having awful wind & keep passing it

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