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Post menopausal spotting after 12 months of last period. - #11608

Priti Behary

Slight spotting for 2 days.Ultra sound report shows a thin endometrium and normal uterus and ovaries are normal in size. Itching and dryness in vagina.Ten months ago I had an ultrasound which showed endometrium as 3.7mm

Age: 52
Chronic illnesses: Nil
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1. Any bleeding or spotting after menopause must be evaluated carefully, even if ultrasound looks normal.

2. A thin endometrium usually suggests low risk, but further assessment with a gynecologist is essential.

3. Causes can include vaginal atrophy, infection, hormonal changes or rarely precancerous changes.

4. Vaginal dryness and itching are common after menopause and can be improved with local estrogen creams or lubricants.

5. Please meet your gynecologist for an examination and possibly a Pap smear or endometrial sampling to rule out serious causes and start proper treatment.

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Spotting after 12 months of your last period classifies as postmenopausal spotting, which warrants some level of investigation due to the potential underlying causes. The fact that your ultrasound indicates a thin endometrium (especially similar to the previous measurement of 3.7mm from ten months ago) is somewhat reassuring, as a thin endometrial lining often reduces the likelihood of serious conditions like endometrial hyperplasia or cancer, though it does not entirely rule them out. A thin endometrium is generally considered less risk for such conditions, but it isn’t the sole factor to consider. It’s encouraging that your uterus and ovaries are normal in size according to the ultrasound, which supports the likelihood of benign causes. That said, you mentioned experiencing itching and dryness in the vaginal area, which suggests the possibility of atrophic vaginitis which is common post-menopause due to decreased estrogen levels. This condition can lead to vaginal dryness, itching, and sometimes minor bleeding. An examination by a gynecologist to rule out local atrophic changes or other vaginal pathology could be beneficial. Sometimes, topical estrogen or non-hormonal moisturizers may be used to alleviate these symptoms, upon prescription. Nonetheless, given the occurrence of spotting, a consultation to possibly discuss an endometrial biopsy might be considered considering the clinical context. It’s particularly important if there’s any recurrent or heavy bleeding. Seek a healthcare professional’s review for a comprehensive evaluation, possibly adopting a watchful waiting approach if no alarming findings are present. This careful observation would help ensure underlying issues are caught early.

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