I thought periods became erratic during menopause. Some heavy some light. I'm not a doctor but im Sure this is normal. 
i think there are 34 symptoms of menopause vaginal dryness and stinging is definitely mentioned so try Not to

worry too much. If you worry then this affects

your digestive track. 
I see you've mentioned this to your doctor and had a

smear so you've done all you can. If you're on fb there's a

menopause UK group which might help you. Take care

Nic 

Hi Nic,

Thanks so much for taking the time to respond, I really appreciate it.

I really hope you are right and it is just menopause issues, I have a feeling something is really wrong but as you say I have had the smear so now just need to wait.

Have a lovely weekend,

Sam

Menopause is wierd!

I had heavy periods with clots before mine finished. Went 18 months and had an odd one out of the blue. Had biopsies and camera which were all fine. Dr said this happens alot, like the ovaries kick up for one last time.

As for the burning/stinging down below... I believe this is also a symptom of menopause. I've had this for over 3 years too. Mentioned it to my Gp a few times but nothing found during swabs, smear etc. Stinging with every wee.

Worrying can affect you not wanting to eat and make your bowels worse.

I'm going through a scare myself at the moment and I'm the same, thinking alsorts, expecting the worst, going to the loo more. I've had cancer in the past so now every little thing is a massive worry as that is the first thing I think.

I hope you get good results soon, once you know there's nothing bad I'm sure your symptoms will ease.

Please don't google stuff, we all do and regret it.  xx