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I don t want to call my doctor because I feel silly. I am 62 and am past menopause. I recently started having mild cramps, like I was going to start my period. I have also had some brown watery discharge on my underpants. Is this anything to be concerned about?
Hi, Looking at your history and symptoms, I would think of two things. 1. Inflammation - cervical infection 2. Cancer
In the elderly, with spotting post-menopause, cancer is the commonest one suspected. As it does not appear to be spotting, brown discharge might be infection. I would advise you to get a Pap smear done at the earliest for confirmation and appropriate treatment. Meet your doctor regarding this. Any further queries, happy to help again. Dr. Prakash HM
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What Causes Stomach Cramps Post Menopause?
Hi, Looking at your history and symptoms, I would think of two things. 1. Inflammation - cervical infection 2. Cancer In the elderly, with spotting post-menopause, cancer is the commonest one suspected. As it does not appear to be spotting, brown discharge might be infection. I would advise you to get a Pap smear done at the earliest for confirmation and appropriate treatment. Meet your doctor regarding this. Any further queries, happy to help again. Dr. Prakash HM