Hello Luc50,

I'm in a similar boat.  I am 52.  Hadn't had a period for 18 months, then had bleeding.  Went for an ultrasound and also had a hysteroscopy at the same appointment.  The ultrasound detected the thickness of my uterine lining was at 8mm.  The hysteroscopy showed fibroids.  They took a biopsy and I was told I would get the results in 1-2 weeks time.  It's 2 weeks today and after ringing I was told they have a backlog of typing and so no letter has gone out and they can't give me any information as yet.  My bleeding stopped just under a week ago so I'm pleased about that but the waiting game is tough.  Without having the bleeding, I have been able to forget about things a bit but on the whole have had a pretty rubbish few first weeks with dark thoughts and lots of crying.  I'm now trying to carry on with a positive attitude as there's not much I can do until I get some results.  It is very worrying but in the meantime I keep trying to keep myself informed so that when I get to talk to someone medical, I will at least understand what they're talking about.  I have also started to eat better and tried to lose weight - have lost half a stone in the last two weeks - as I understand that oestrogen excess can be caused by being overweight.  Have you had a hysteroscopy?  Not a pleasant experience!  If you haven't yet, and you have to have one, I only read after having had mine that it helps to take a couple of paracetemol before you have it!  And make sure you have someone who can drive you home afterwards!  I'm presuming that if my biopsy shows that it's got abnormal cells, then I'll be heading for a hysterectomy but if they're not abnormal, it'll be hormone treatment first.  Seems like you've had a different suggestion as to what happens next with your treatment but I would have thought they'd have to see the results of your biopsy before recommending a hysterectomy.  Or maybe they mean a hysteroscopy (the camera) first rather than a hysterectomy?  Anyway, I wish you all the best and to hear from you again.:)

Ho ladies.

I've been down this route and believe me the waiting is by far the worst. Once you know what you’re dealing with, whatever that is, it is much easier. I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer in April 2018, had a hysterectomy, further surgery for removal of lymph nodes and three sessions of internal radiotherapy. I got my all clear in April of this year and am on regular checks now. 

Just to say if you have  any questions now or in the future just ask and I’ll be happy to answer them based on my experience.

Sending a virtual squeeze from my hand to yours.

Sundial

I have had a post menopausal bleed approx. 8wks after my astrazeneca covid jab, I am hoping you are right and this is the cause

Hi Billysdotty, 

interesting that you too have had bleed after jab.  Have you had a consultation at all / any procedures done?  Wondering if you too have been told your endometrium is thickened?  
 

I have had a swab taken, and if that comes back clear, I will be having an internal scan.

Have googled post menopausal bleeding after astrazeneca jab and there are quite a few cases, my sister works in a hospital suporting the vaccines and is going to ask about this tomorrow! 

This is BBC article I found re vaccine and possible side effect causing changes in menstrual cycles AND incidents of post menopausal bleeding.  There is a link in the article which you can follow to report any occurrences of abnormal bleeds.  I've reported my incident. 

Covid vaccine: Period changes could be a short-term side effect www.bbc.co.uk/.../health-56901353

This is the link from the above BBC article to report any incidents of abnormal post menopausal bleeds.
coronavirus-yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/

Thanks, I will do this x

Great... The more people report these occurrences, the more likely this 'might' get looked into, and then the pharma companies will have to look at the submitted data and consider whether to include 'abnormal uterine bleeding' as a potential side effect.  Let's hope our biopsies all come back 'regular' and we can stop worrying about a potential cancer diagnosis.  xx

Will be interesting to see what response your Sister gets when she mentions it ??!   Have to say I'm not going for my 2nd jab in a hurry - if this could be an undocumented/unknown side effect, it makes me worry what else it might do.  

Hi Murf,

Slept well, but awake early with cramping. Just feel yuk! Thinking I may need the day off. I'm a primary teacher and on my feet all day.

So, in answer to your 'just out of interest' questions. I'm 5'9", about 3 stone overweight,  Had my first vaccine on 24th March (Astra Zeneca).  Our cases have so many similarities.

I have changed my diet considerably. Switched to a WFPB (vegan but no processed foods) diet at end of March. I'd been having a lot of hip pain and was determined to loose weight and also I've suffered with depression since menopause and wanted to see if diet would help. Have lost 1.5 stone and have been feeling fantastic.  I have wondered if the change to super healthy diet prompted the bleed. 

Oh, I came off the pill in Jan 19 and hadn't had a bleed since then. 

By the way, I had no side effects from the covid vaccine, that I was aware off. I was on strong painkillers at the time for my hip so may have been masked by this. Haven't received second dose yet.

Going to read the article you posted and register my bleed.

Now just playing the waiting game until results arrive. 

Take care,

Speak soon xx

Hi Flo, 

how are you this evening.  Hope you've managed to rest today, did you have day off?  I too work in a primary school as a teaching assistant lol .  I'm feeling much better today thankfully and only 1 more day til half term... yay .

congratulations on your weight loss, that's brilliant.  I managed to get to my ideal weight in May 2019 as we went on a cruise to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary.  Then during lockdown I put it all back on as I was comfort eating.  I def need to get the weight off again, but just can't get motivated.  
Another thing I was wondering if you're experiencing is any abdominal swelling since your bleed?  My stomach hasn't felt/looked the same since my bleed.  It's very bloated and starts quite high up under rib cage - at its worst I literally look about 7 months pregnant.  Have you had anything similar?

Anyway... hope you are feeling ok.  Enjoy half term - looks like we might be blessed with some decent weather finally   ️ .

keep in touch - hope we get our letters soon.  
Take care, Murf. Xx

Hi Murf,

I ended up staying home. Just felt drained for most of the day. 

Tried my jeans on to go outside this afternoon, but it just wasn't happening. Definitely bloated. Opted for leggings instead.

Feel much better this evening. Bleeding seems to have stopped. Just a bit anxious...all a waiting game now. Though I did look into the vaccine theory and it makes a lot of sense. Our dates are so similar. Do you have a date for second dose yet?

It's not a holiday Monday up here. We get the early May bank holiday. But I don't work Monday's, just do a four day week which is great. Some sunshine would be fab

Keep in touch xx

Hi Murf,

I ended up staying home. Just felt drained for most of the day. 

Tried my jeans on to go outside this afternoon, but it just wasn't happening. Definitely bloated. Opted for leggings instead.

Feel much better this evening. Bleeding seems to have stopped. Just a bit anxious...all a waiting game now. Though I did look into the vaccine theory and it makes a lot of sense. Our dates are so similar. Do you have a date for second dose yet?

It's not a holiday Monday up here. We get the early May bank holiday. But I don't work Monday's, just do a four day week which is great. Some sunshine would be fab

Keep in touch xx