Bleeding after menopause
Most causes of bleeding after menopause are harmless. Only about 1 in 10 is due to cancer.
You will first have a gynaecological examination with ultrasound. This is often supplemented with a water scan, where a small amount of fluid is injected into the uterine cavity to make possible polyps or muscle nodules visible. This is usually not painful. Depending on the findings, a tissue sample may be taken, which may cause mild menstrual-like pain.
Facts and FAQ
Most bleeding after menopause is caused by harmless conditions: 50-70 % is due to dry, delicate mucous membranes (atrophy). Around 10 % are due to polyps, 10 % to cell growth (hyperplasia) and around 10 % to cancer. In 5-15 %, hormone-induced benign changes are seen.
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No, you shouldn't. If you haven't had your period for a year and start bleeding again, it should always be investigated - even if the cause is often harmless.
The most common cause is dry and sensitive mucous membranes (atrophy). Other common causes are polyps, hormonal influences or benign growth of the endometrium.
Yes, but it's rare. In about 1 in 10 women with postmenopausal bleeding, it is due to cancer. That's why examination is important.
You will have a gynaecological examination and ultrasound. Sometimes a water scan is done to see the lining more clearly and a small tissue sample may be taken.
Once the samples have been analysed, you'll be told whether you just need vaginal topical treatment, monitoring or possible treatment depending on the cause.