Just reading your mssg, I'm the same I'm 50 had last period in Oct 2018.

Last year I had a bleed was sent for scan all normal and now today 1yr to the date same thing just awaiting return phone call from doctor to see where I go 

Hello

Really scared at the moment had a small bleed last week 18 months after the menopause

Made myself go to the Drs this morning who gave me an internal she said she could see an inflamed area at the neck of my womb so has referred me said I should get a letter late this week early next week

What will happen at the appointment can't cope with this I'm not eating sleeping or able to concentrate on work 

Hi Catjam, 

Totally understand you feeling worried, it's always scary being referred. You'll possibly have an ultrasound first (that's what I had after I experienced a bleed - 2 years after stopping my periods).  The ultrasound is fine.  You may have both a lower abdominal ultrasound, and an internal vaginal ultrasound (which is a bit like having a smear test).  Depending on what's seen on that, you might then be given a procedure called a hysteroscopy which involves having a camera inserted through the cervix to see inside the uterus.  This is usually performed to look for any abnormalities in the uterus, and means the ovaries and lining of the endometrium can be looked at more closely than with an ultrasound.  I also had this procedure as my ultrasound showed that the endometrium was slightly thicker than the 'norm'.  The procedure is carried out as an outpatient.  You don't have an anesthetic for it, but you should have some local anesthetic given as an injection into the cervix so that it's more comfortable for you.  I also took some paracetamol about half an hour before the procedure.   Some people say the experience is awful, but honestly I found it ok - a little uncomfortable yes, but not unbearably painful - everyone is different though of course.  
try not to worry too much - easier said than done I know.  But it's best to get checked out - you've done the right thing seeing your doctor.  I had some biopsies taken during the hysteroscopy, but everything came back clear.  It's better to find out though if there is something more sinister causing your symptoms - the soonest these things are spotted, the better the outcomes.  
Will be thinking of you ... keep in touch on this forum, it def helps to chat with people who've gone through same worries.  
lots love Xx

Hi all,

I've come on here after searching for a post menopausal bleeding forum. Aged 50. 4ish years into menopause. First had a bleed 18 months ago. Internal ultrasound clear except for the discovery of a large ovarian cyst. Cancer marker blood tests all clear and following an MRI, I was told it was a simple cyst (non malignant). 6 months ago I had another bleed. This time the GP saw on my cervix where the bleeding was and diagnosed vaginal atrophy. A smear test came back clear. Yesterday I experienced bleeding again. This time it was heavier and now although very light, I've had period type cramps. I've now been referred for a fast track appointment and will be seen in two weeks. I'm really worried that it's cancer as the doctor said heavier bleeding isn't usually a sign of vaginal atrophy. Has anyone experienced heavier bleeding and cramping and been ok? Is endometrial cancer slow growing or could it all have grown in the last 18 months since my last tests? 

Hi Pipbella,

I had vaginal bleeding four years after I had the coil removed.  It was removed when I was 55 and July 2020 I went in for an examination.  I was 59.  I have endometrial hyperplasia, which means the lining is a bit thicker than it should be, hence the bleeding.  I've had two hystericopies, quite painful, and they came back clear.  I've another next Wednesday and if that's clear, I'm being discharged.  They put me on tablets initially, but they didn't suit, so now I've got another coil, much better.  Bleeding can be many things and considering all your tests have come back clear before, is a good sign.  Hopefully it's just your body adjusting to the next phase of your life.  Good luck.

Hi Pipbella,

I had vaginal bleeding four years after I had the coil removed.  It was removed when I was 55 and July 2020 I went in for an examination.  I was 59.  I have endometrial hyperplasia, which means the lining is a bit thicker than it should be, hence the bleeding.  I've had two hystericopies, quite painful, and they came back clear.  I've another next Wednesday and if that's clear, I'm being discharged.  They put me on tablets initially, but they didn't suit, so now I've got another coil, much better.  Bleeding can be many things and considering all your tests have come back clear before, is a good sign.  Hopefully it's just your body adjusting to the next phase of your life.  Good luck.