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

After 2 weeks and 2 days I'd had enough and called the hospital on Friday (23 July). 

A letter was sent to me on 13 July. Nope. Not recieved. I have been waiting on the letter box, feeling sick every time the postman/woman arrives. "Well, I can read it out" the lady on the phone  says.

The biopsy (I have 7mm thickness) showed normal cells. I am discharged back to my GP

So, so grateful that I am lucky and this is the best, best news, but really? Was a letter sent on the 13th? Interestingly, I finally received it in the post this morning (Saturday 24th). Hmmm

I really hope your biopsy is clear this time and you too can be discharged xxx . 

To everyone who is waiting - do call and ask if you are concerned about delays. Also sending lots and lots of hugs for everyone still going through investigations and treatment

Hi I'm 47, and 19 months post menapausal,2 weeks ago I started bleeding lasted 2 weeks on and off,along with that ongoing constant bloating (24/7) and cramps,I have had internal and external scans,and waiting for my hysteroscopy in a week,I am really worried and trying to put a brave face on for my family,I lost my mum at 51 to ovarian cancer,

I've had similar episodes for 15 months now plus swollen breasts, headaches, pmt  (menopausal over 2 years when this first started). I've had repeated scans, biopsies and two hysteroscopies where a polyp was removed on the first occasion but nothing else suspicious identified except a small simple cyst that has fluctuated in size. Nonetheless the bleeding keeps recurring. I've had Ca125 blood tests twice to help screen for ovarian cancer but reading was very low on both occasions. Blood tests have confirmed menopause but also, despite atrophy, higher natural oestradiol levels than anticipated and that without ever being on HRT or obese. Consultant suspects hormonal ovarian activity but is unhappy and I see him again in September. The constant worry is awful and has done nothing for my blood pressure. I seem to be a bit of a one off (the ovaries apparently are known to have a last blast after a 1-2 year pause; repeated regular incidents are not so common) but I just wanted to reassure you that you are not alone, as you will see from this site and if you have regular recurrences there's me. I do hope you get a quick solution.

Hi all, been a while since I posted, my troubles started back in January, bleeding out of the blue after 16 months. I had another bleed the following month but nothing since.  I had ultrasound and hysteroscopy( v v painful made worse because of previous ablation)....the results were thickened lining, fibroid, 2 cysts. Ca125 bloods all normal. Had another ultrasound and finally had a call from consultant this week ( had been told at the hysterosvopy they couldn't see anything bad....so I wasn't stressing too much) ....back to being slightly stressed again now, one cyst has gone, the other has grown so more ca125 bloods to be done, and despite going through the menopause I am producing too much oestrogen and have active cells which to quote the consultant 'are likely to turn cancerous in the future'I am now having the Mirena coil fitted to combat the extra eostrogen and this should stop the active cells. While this has been going on, my brother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in February and he lost his battle on 18th June ....I think worrying about him and seeing how quickly he died, I've stopped stressing too much about myself. I'm very grateful that I'm being monitored and they are keeping on top of things. I've put on so much weight over the last 18 months and my boobs are huge and very painful so I'm hoping the coil will rebalance my hormones and I can get back to 'normal'. Will update as and when I know anything. Keep positive all you ladies that are waiting....you are not alone xx

Thank you , I am very sorry for your loss,it never easy when you loose a loved one,I appreciate you posting to me when you have a lot going on yourself,I'm trying not to over think things,my ca125 test was only 12 ,I think it's the waiting,I don't know what my ultrasounds showed but the consultant looked at them on the same day,and same day offered appointment for hysteroscopy,in a week's time,I have read other posts on here and it does look like a common occurrence,with good outcomes

Hi all,

A year ago I began to bleed after five years period free.  I'm 59.  I was lucky in that my Dr referred me straight away and it was only days before I saw the consultant. I had a hysteroscopy and scan which showed a slight thickening and was put on provera tablets.  Dear God!  I've never felt so bad.  Heavy bleeding and eight weeks off work.  I had a follow up appt within six months and asked for the mirena coil.  Phew!  Much better.  No bleeding and a normal life.  I've had another follow up in July and last week got the all clear so ladies, chin up, they have brilliant treatments and hopefully get to the root of problems.  Take care everyone x

In my case first u/s and t/v scans suggested a potentially thick womb lining but without any certainty, a biopsy failed to gather enough tissue for analysis but when viewed by hysteroscopy it turned out to be a polyp and my womb was diagnosed as otherwise atrophic . Subsequent scans showed nothing likely to be causing the bleeding, hence a second hysteroscopy which showed nothing sinister either. I have been assured throughout that the hysteroscopy is the gold standard of imaging.

Hi I don't know how to post to this thread so I'm sorry I've had to reply to your post

looking for some advise

ive had bleeding more like bloody discharge for a few days,  post menopausal for 5 yer no period on HRT

i have achy legs tummy pelvis back and feel sick for about 4 weeks now

I've had a tummy and internal scan last Wednesday and just had a letter for an appointment with the consultant next Wednesday, my blood tests I had done at the doctors have come back normal (not sure what they tested for as I requested them) 

nothing was said at the scan so I'm not sure what's wrong if anything, but it has to be something, anyone else had this?

Dani

Dani, I can't help with those symptoms as mine are much more like the sensations I used to get before menstruating. I hope it all goes well for you and would really recommend that you ask questions of your consultant and anyone else you see. I've always found them to be open and honest with me and although they probably find my constant "why?" " what that's for?" "do you think it's likely?" irritating, nobody has failed to give me an answer, although in the case of the radiographers, I've found that they'll tell me what they see but make it clear that interpretation is up to the medical team. Good luck for next Wednesday x

Thank you, it is kind of like a long period without the bled now. It's just a worrying time not knowing what's wrong, I will ask lots of questions next week 

take care

Thank you, it is kind of like a long period without the bled now. It's just a worrying time not knowing what's wrong, I will ask lots of questions next week 

take care