Hello JProd

I'm sorry to hear that you've been dealing with ongoing issues of bleeding. It's understandable that you're feeling worried with this most recent episode particularly after all that you've already been through. 

It's good to hear that your GP is investigating things and will follow up with the specialist if necessary. 

In the meantime whilst you're waiting for the results you might find it helpful to have a look at the NHS website information about health anxiety. I'm sure that lots of the tips of coping and managing were things that you talked about during counselling but it may be helpful to have a reminder. 

Alternatively, if you'd like to speak with our nurses for some support and advice you're welcome to call them. They'll be back in the office after the bank holiday on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. 

I do hope that you get some answers and reassurance soon. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Not sure my issue is the same but it's similar in that I've been having regular episodes of bleeding since May 2020 when I was virtually 3 years menopausal. After continuous monitoring, scans, blood tests and 2 hysteroscopies (all normal except for oestradiol which was higher than expected though not at premenopausal or HRT levels) consultant believes it's hormonal ovarian activity. My GP thought he might suggest inserting a coil but he didn't, not least because I had a very late menopause at age 60. I see him again in a couple of weeks to discuss further and like you can't help thinking it's so abnormal it has to be bad but all the tests I've had suggest not. In fact after last hysteroscopy I was told that if it wasn't for the long history of repeated bleeding, they would be discharging me.

Hope my tale of woe helps you know you are not alone

Hi Jumid,

thank you so much for replying. It really does help reading others comments and advice. I have my scan tomorrow morning and am very worried. I had actually stopped bleeding about a week and a half ago but this morning I went to the toilet and there was, (sorry about the graphic description!), green mucus??? Lovely. This is new. I have constant mild pain still in lower left pelvis. I am very confused about the whole thing really. Just hoping it's some sort of infection or something. Just have to wait and see but can't help thinking it's the worst. 

I know exactly what you mean. Slightest twinge in my lower abdomen and I'm imagining the worst. Saw the consultant last week and whilst he's confirmed that none of the tests, scans or monitoring have given the slightest indication of cancer in themselves, he can't come up with a plausible explanation or any reassurance as to when it might sort itself out (if ever) so, better out than in and just in case, I'm to have a full hysterectomy. Of course, I'm now worrying that it's been left too late and then I have to reprimand myself and say if it was that bad the scans etc.. would surely have picked something up by now. Good luck with your scan.

Hi again,

I am sure if they would have found something. It sounds like you have had all the checks. They said to me last time that sometimes these things happen and they don't know why. Hysterectomy sounds like a good plan though. I am very worried about tomorrow but thank you for your supportive words. I just feel this time it feels different,

jacki xxx