41 with 17mm endometrium

Hi I was referred for a transvaginal scan last week and the Dr called with my results this week. I have a thickened endometrium of 17mm (I was in week 1 of my cycle when scanned) and also cystic spaces of 7mm & 5mm. 

I’m now waiting for a referral to gynae which she said was marked urgent

I’m 41, my mum died at 50 and had ovarian cancer primary. She had a hysterectomy at 45. I’m obviously on high alert about this and don’t want to worry my family by telling them

After several years of anaemia and unbearably heavy periods I finally got a doctor to listen to my concerns and she has been excellent.

I have two children 4&7

I’m just anxious and trying not to worry until I’ve had the next appointment - it’s hard. 

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  • Hi Maudella! 

    I’m 25 and a scan showed my endometrium lining was 20mm. My journey with this so far has been that last week, I had an endometrial biopsy and a camera too. I’m still waiting for the results back from that biopsy. If at your appointment this is something they say you might need too - I’m here to offer any support with this! 

    initially after my scan I was told I’d need an urgent appointment but this looked like it would take a fair amount of time to wait - hopefully this isn’t the case with you. Definitely chase things up if they seem to be going slow. One night though my Dr called and said that I would be getting a 2 week wait instead (a cancer referral) so things moved really quickly after that. Had a gyny appointment on a Monday, pre-op on the Thursday and then actual procedure on the Tuesday. 

    good luck! Try and keep yourself busy and stay positive. I’ve heard stories of women with linings of 40mm who were okay. The ball is moving now and you should hopefully get some answers soon. 

  • Thanks Opalblue. I’ve been told it’s an 11week wait for an appointment. Hope your procedure went ok.

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