What Does My Transvaginal Ultrasound Report Indicate?

Posted on Sat, 30 Jul 2016

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Sat, 30 Jul 2016 Answered on

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Question : I had a recent pap that came back normal but with evidence if endometrial shedding. I am 58 and post menopausal. Had a transvaginal ultrasound which showed a lining of 4.3 I believe. The dr recommended a biopsy which I did with regret due to the experience. Beyond painful and had a bad reaction to it which I am attributing to the dr skill; perhaps unfairly but think some prep or painkiller was warranted. With the immediate information, no test results yet, what is the probability of a cancer? What follow up should I be preparing myself for?

Answered by Dr. Soumya (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No chance of cancer

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

You didn't need Endometrial biopsy. You had normal Endometrial thickness for your age and there was nothing required. Endometrial biopsy was not necessary.

I don't see any risk of cancer. I am sure you will have normal report. No further follow up is necessary.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Soumya (4 days later)

The test results were negative. He recommends checking the endometrial lining in 6 maths to see if there is any change. It registered 4.375 on a vag ultrasound. Any need for this procedure? What is the normal range for a woman of my years post menopause?

Answered by Dr. Soumya (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No need for procedure

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

You don't need Endometrial biopsy or any other procedure. Your Endometrial thickness is normal for your age.

I suggest you forget going ahead with any further tests. You are perfectly healthy.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Soumya (4 hours later)

Thanks for your opinion. I will be looking for another gyn going forward!

Answered by Dr. Soumya (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Wish you good health

Detailed Answer:
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar