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Suggest Treatment For Delay In Menstruation

I had not menstruated for almost two years. My last period was just as I turned 50. About three weeks ago, I did get my period. I had cramping, PMS symptoms, and a short but normal period. I mentioned this to my friend that s a nurse, and she said that s not good, call your doctor . So, should I be worried?
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Hello and welcome to HCM,
The age of menopause varies among healthy females.
However, you can expect menopause at the age of 50.
During the peri-menopausal period the menstruation does not stop abruptly but it is characterized by decrease in amount and frequency of menstruation.
However, resuming menstruation once it has stopped is of concern.
This resumption of menstruation could be due to endometrial growth or endometrial cancer.
I suggest you to consult your gynecologist for clinical assessment, pelvic ultrasound and endometrial biopsy.
Endometrial biopsy will determine the status of endometrial glands and stroma.
In case endometrial biopsy shows hyperplasia or cancer, removal of uterus is the best option.

Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri
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Suggest Treatment For Delay In Menstruation

Hello and welcome to HCM, The age of menopause varies among healthy females. However, you can expect menopause at the age of 50. During the peri-menopausal period the menstruation does not stop abruptly but it is characterized by decrease in amount and frequency of menstruation. However, resuming menstruation once it has stopped is of concern. This resumption of menstruation could be due to endometrial growth or endometrial cancer. I suggest you to consult your gynecologist for clinical assessment, pelvic ultrasound and endometrial biopsy. Endometrial biopsy will determine the status of endometrial glands and stroma. In case endometrial biopsy shows hyperplasia or cancer, removal of uterus is the best option. Thanks and take care Dr Shailja Puri