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What Causes Heavy Vaginal Bleeding During Menopause?
Howdy, I have been in menopause for about 6yrs now and have recently started bleeding vaginal very sporadically. Sometimes like this time it is extremely heavy. On top of that my right ovary is enlarged with fluid surrounding it. I am awaiting the results of my mammogram and pelvic ultrasound, but I am worried. Already have had DCIS stage 2 and a lump has been discovered, I have a lumbar paretenal shunt so the common way of removing an ovary is out, and I have had a glioblastoma as well as an Astrocytoma grade 3. Lost have my right thigh, hip, and buttock to necrotizing fasciits and have gone into septic shock as well as mild strokes. I have been saturating a pad about 1every 2hrs for a little over 2 days. Wish I knew if was becoming anemic without going to the ER/ED. Any advice, don t have the results read until 8/7, anything could help. Thank you and God Bless Cassie
Thu, 12 Oct 2017
Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.
When bleeding occurs for longer period than it is usually as in your case then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance.
.While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition. Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Other potential other causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, vaginal dryness. Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam.
Diagnostic tests can help your doctor find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels.
Then right treatment can be recommened. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time.
Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
When bleeding occurs for longer period than it is usually as in your case then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance.
.While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition. Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Other potential other causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, vaginal dryness. Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam.
Diagnostic tests can help your doctor find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels.
Then right treatment can be recommened. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time.
Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
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