postmenopausal bleeding

[lissielou]

Hi feeling a bit anxious, I am 48 and postmenopausal due to chemo for breast cancer. I have been having lower pains in back and tummy, then suddenly had heavy bleeding, not having had a period for over two years. GP sent me for scan and had biopsy as womb lining has thickened. Waiting for results, is anyone else in this position

[AskEveTeam]

Hi lissielou,

Thank you for getting in touch with us. We often get an enquiry like this at Ask Eve, where like yourself, a lady is postmenopausal and is experiencing what we call abnormal bleeding. It can be a scary place waiting for results can’t it , especially since you have had to go through the ordeal of cancer treatment as well.

We suggest talking to your breast care nurse to see if she/he can help , and please let us know if you need any more advice or information. Our email address is [e-mail] and our free phone number is 0808 802 0019.

Best Wishes,

The Ask Eve Team

[SICKOF]

Hi Lissielou, i have a similar story. im 50 now and had breast cancer 6 years ago. Ive recently had a bleed which lasted 2-3 days. Went to doc and was fast tracked to gynae. I have a lining on my womb which is caused by the tamoxifen ive been taking. Had a biopsy took and thankfully if showed nothing. Had CA125 bloods took which came back high. I was advised that everytime i bled i would require a biopsy and blood tests to rule out anything sinister. Other tests revealed cysts on my ovaries. Saw the doctor yesterday and im now waiting for a hysterectomy