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

Hi bc5,

I haven't had any other symptoms either except over the last week I have found myself imagining I feel like I've got a dragging feeling. I keep telling myself to try and get into a more positive mind place. Also I do need to wee a lot and if we go anywhere I need to plan around loo breaks but now I'm worrying that could be related to this problem rafher than an age thing - see thinking too much

hope you can get your ultrasound booked soon. Everyone says that the waiting is the worst time and they're not wrong! I know that until I've had my appointment on the 15th it's not far from my mind, but it's really helping me knowing I'm not alone

x

I feel a little like I have cystitis. Not sure if this is just psychosomatic since being told I need a scan! Felt fine before!

Hi Flo and other ladies who have recently posted.  It is very helpful to share experiences I agree.  I'm same as Flo, had hysteroscopy procedure (following an ultrasound which had showed endometrium was slightly thickened) - still waiting for biopsy results.  It's interesting that we're all having similar symptoms post Covid jab.  I wonder just how many women are experiencing same thing ?  
Whether it's related or not, I'm still suffering with constipation & painful abdominal bloating and back ache, which is really getting me down now , so had to phone the surgery again this week about that!  I never normally need the doctors - now that's twice in the last month.  The GP who phoned me back was really unhelpful and quite dismissive during phone consult. (Different GP to one who referred me to Gynaecologist after the bleed). He prescribed some laxatives and said to try those for a couple of weeks.  I wanted him to actually examine my abdomen as I'm now worried I might have an impaction, it's so uncomfortable, and I never get constipated like this. I wonder though if I'm just overly worrying and getting myself stressed out coz of the bleeding etc, which won't be helping the constipation.  I'm not in any way an anti-vaxer but I have to say I was feeling perfectly fine before I had the jab. Now, since the bleeding, I feel like I'm being paranoid something terrible is wrong with me. 

Hi Flo, 

Know what you mean re keeping busy, I'm actually looking forward to getting back to work tomoz after half term. We should get our results this week - the next envelope will be it hopefully.  
Hope you're ok after your 2nd jab today and don't feel too bad with it. Be interesting to see if you experience another bleed in next few weeks - hopefully not .  
Bye for now...  xx

Hi Ladies, 

Just reading post as like yourselves I am totally bewildered to have a post menopause bleed.  I have also had my first Covid vaccine (Pfizer) 8 weeks ago yesterday which is when I had my first signs of bleeding....

My last period stopped in 2017 when I turned 50 and as already mentioned I had my first bleed yesterday, it was more like spotting when I wiped myself.  Like most of us I panicked and went on to different website including the NHS website which advise if you have post menopausal bleed to contact GP.  So, I phoned the doctors and was told by a very rude doctors receptionist that I would have to wait until July 6th to speak to a doctor and it's up to me if I think my reason for wanting to see a doctor is urgent or not, but if I phone tomorrow morning at 8.30am for an emergency appointment and the doctor thinks I've wasted their time I could be removed from the doctors surgery - being spoken to like that whilst worried sick has upset me so much and believe me I'm a tough cookie to crack.  
I have decided I will be phoning first thing for an emergency appointment and not wait until July 6th, especially as I lost my mum to ovarian cancer when she was 61 years and since speaking to the receptionist I've found I've started bleeding more and sort of getting period pains like I use to get before menopause.  
 

However, on a positive note reading all your comments has put my mind at ease.  Let's hope it's vaccine related for all of us or nothing to untoward.

xx

Hi there, aren't doctors receptionists great!!! NOT!  persevere tomorrow but if you can't get to speak to a doctor, phone 111.  It's very important, specially with your history, to get things seen to.  I was lucky and my Dr got me to hospital within three days and God willing, next month after a third clear biopsy, I'll be discharged.  Don't be fobbed off.  Good luck x

Hi Caf,

I agree with Vulcan, you def need to persevere and insist on having an appointment at earliest opportunity.  Having a post menopausal bleed (coupled with your mum's history) should def enable you to be referred to a gynaecologist on the 2-week fast track process.  That's what my GP did.  I then had a vaginal ultrasound, appointment with consultant + a hysteroscopy procedure with biopsies taken all within 2 weeks - it was great service and treatment should be the same for you, no matter what the receptionist said to you.  I actually received my biopsy results yesterday afternoon (in just 3 weeks from phoning my GP) and they've come back clear with no indication of any cancerous cells present.  Such a relief to see that in writing!!  
It would seem there are a number of similar cases post Covid jab, but you can't be sure every bleeding occurrence is just down to that.  NHS guidance still remains that ANY post menopausal bleeding should be reported and investigated.  
Hope you do get an appointment soon - keep in touch.  Xx

Hi Flo, 

Got my biopsy results yesterday and they're clear with no signs of cancer cells present, thank god.   Just gotta sort out what's still going on with my abdomen now!! as it's no better.  Feels really 'tender' inside and still bloating/getting back aches.  Husband said he'll pay to get seen privately if need be for full abdominal scans etc - but concerned if do that and nothing found I'll look like a right hypochondriac and time waster.  You know your own body though don't you, and I know my stomach doesn't feel right.  
Anyway... at least all ok with regards recent bleed - hopefully that will be the case for all of you lovely ladies going through same waiting game at moment.  Take care everyone. Xxx

Hi Murf,

That's fabulous news. I am so pleased you got good news

Have you spoken to your own doctor regarding the abdominal discomfort? Is it only since the biopsy? Don't disregard it. You need to put your mind at rest.

Let me know how you get on? I'm going to miss having our wee chats. I'm still playing the waiting game but hopefully I will hear very soon.

Take care,

X

Hi Flo,

Yes, it's been very comforting and supportive having our little chats, so glad I found you (and others) on this forum :-)

You should def be getting your letter in next day or two - fingers crossed it has same 'all clear' result.  

With regard my other problem, the GP agreed to my request for general blood tests (full blood count, liver function, thyroid etc) which I had yesterday.  Sure he only agreed to that to placate me.  So, I'll see what comes back from those - and if still feeling no better after those results, I'll request  a face-to-face with GP for an examination, and then depending on that, see about possibility of having an abdominal ultrasound to put my mind at ease, and see what he says.  I really hate having to see doctors, as in the past they've made me feel like I'm being psychosomatic and worrying about things unnecessarily. However, about 5 years ago when I was having upper abdominal pains and radiating pain in back of shoulder, I suspected I might have gallstones, and lo and behold (when I finally got a scan) they found gallstones and subsequently removed my gallbladder! - so I don't have a history of being a time waster, which is why I feel so upset that he's not taking me seriously on this occasion.   Bloody doctors... we have a couple of good ones, but most at my surgery make me wonder why they chose that profession at all !!    

Anyway... rant over lol... hope to hear back from you soon with news of your results.  Bye for now xx

Hi Flo,

Yes, it's been very comforting and supportive having our little chats, so glad I found you (and others) on this forum :-)

You should def be getting your letter in next day or two - fingers crossed it has same 'all clear' result.  

With regard my other problem, the GP agreed to my request for general blood tests (full blood count, liver function, thyroid etc) which I had yesterday.  Sure he only agreed to that to placate me.  So, I'll see what comes back from those - and if still feeling no better after those results, I'll request  a face-to-face with GP for an examination, and then depending on that, see about possibility of having an abdominal ultrasound to put my mind at ease, and see what he says.  I really hate having to see doctors, as in the past they've made me feel like I'm being psychosomatic and worrying about things unnecessarily. However, about 5 years ago when I was having upper abdominal pains and radiating pain in back of shoulder, I suspected I might have gallstones, and lo and behold (when I finally got a scan) they found gallstones and subsequently removed my gallbladder! - so I don't have a history of being a time waster, which is why I feel so upset that he's not taking me seriously on this occasion.   Bloody doctors... we have a couple of good ones, but most at my surgery make me wonder why they chose that profession at all !!    

Anyway... rant over lol... hope to hear back from you soon with news of your results.  Bye for now xx