What Causes Spotting And Abdominal Tenderness?

Posted on Wed, 2 Apr 2014

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Question : I am a 57 yr old post menapausal women who has a partial prolapse. I had a cyst removed from the fallopian tube a few years ago and recently i have been experiencing some stained spotting and what feels like period pain. The abdomonal area is slightly tender. Do you think i need a scan of the pelvic region?

Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Pelvic scan is definitely indicated Detailed Answer: Hi Welcome to Healthcare-Magic Greetings of the day Dear Ms I agree with you. You definitely need a pelvic scan . Apart from it you will also need cervical biopsy and endometrium biopsy depending on the scan findings . Any post menopause bleeding should be thoroughly investigated. The cause for bleeding can be as simple as Chronic cervicitis that is inflammation of cervix. I would suggest you to consult your Gynecologist who would do a thorough pelvic examination including taking a preliminary PAP smear. Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you. Take care Best Regards Dr T Shobha Deepak MBBS, MD

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