question-icon

What Causes Bleeding When On Menopause?

default
Posted on Wed, 25 Feb 2015
Twitter Wed, 25 Feb 2015 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 16 Mar 2015 Last reviewed on
Question : My query to DR V P Y K XXXXXXX ONLY.
I am having irregular bleeding/spotting pattern since 2 weeks .Doctors said I attained menopause 2 years ago.Why this bleed again.Could you please tell what tests should I take if any.
Mrs XXXX
Thanks in advance
doctor
Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Get a Transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) and a Pap smear immediately.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam.

I understand your concern.

As per your history given its extremely important to rule out malignancy of the uterus ,because any postmenopausal bleed carries a high risk of cancer.


For this you need to undergo a transvaginal ultrasonography/TVS at the earliest.

Also a Cervical pap is indicated simultaneously.

In case if these tests turn out normal,you need not worry further.

Consultation with your Gynecologist at the earliest is important.

Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Pradeep Vitta
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Prasanna Heijebu

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2010

Answered : 1422 Questions

Ask a doctor now
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Gynecologic Oncologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

199 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Bleeding When On Menopause?

Brief Answer: Get a Transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) and a Pap smear immediately. Detailed Answer: Hi Mam. I understand your concern. As per your history given its extremely important to rule out malignancy of the uterus ,because any postmenopausal bleed carries a high risk of cancer. For this you need to undergo a transvaginal ultrasonography/TVS at the earliest. Also a Cervical pap is indicated simultaneously. In case if these tests turn out normal,you need not worry further. Consultation with your Gynecologist at the earliest is important. Thank you.