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Experiencing Very Light Post Menopausal Spotting, Pinkish Discharge. Concerned?
I have, just since yesterday, experience very light post menopausal spotting...showing just on toilet tissue as pinkish discharge . I have had a checkup within the last 6 mos showing no issue on both types of paps and am well into my 2nd year without menstruation . I am a little concerned but because it has not been that long since a full check up I am a little worried.
Thu, 31 Oct 2013
Hi,
Thanks for the query.
The possible causes for your problem are :
- During menopause, the endometrial tissue becomes thin . This can lead to exposure of the underlying blood vessels.
And they can bleed easily.
-Presence of endometrial polyps or fibroids can lead to spotting.
- Local causes like cervical or endometrial malignancies, don't worry this is rare possibility.
-Uterine infections or usage of anti clotting drugs.
So, once consult gynecologist and get examined.
Go for ultrasound and pap smear.
If your doctor recommends go for D&C once.
This can help in ruling out endometrial abnormalities.
Possibly by this workup the cause for your problem can be identified and treated.
Take care.
Thanks for the query.
The possible causes for your problem are :
- During menopause, the endometrial tissue becomes thin . This can lead to exposure of the underlying blood vessels.
And they can bleed easily.
-Presence of endometrial polyps or fibroids can lead to spotting.
- Local causes like cervical or endometrial malignancies, don't worry this is rare possibility.
-Uterine infections or usage of anti clotting drugs.
So, once consult gynecologist and get examined.
Go for ultrasound and pap smear.
If your doctor recommends go for D&C once.
This can help in ruling out endometrial abnormalities.
Possibly by this workup the cause for your problem can be identified and treated.
Take care.
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