Period again after none for 2 years?

I had that discharge like that about 2 weeks before I started that REALY heavy post menopause period I had Transvaginal Ultra Sound and several biopies and smears and Thank the God Lord everything was fine in fact some of the blood work showed that I wasnt actually trollay menopause she said it showed me perimenopause and I am 59 but I had gone first time 17 months without a period then another 9 months and had that really heavy one that I ended up in ER. I had a thickening linning of 9 but ALL test was perfect all was great. Can you explain your symptoms in more detail.

To the nurse on here: I shared what you shared with me about my friend bleeding straight for over a year and she says shes okay and still hasnt seen doctor so we have done all we can do if she doesnt want to go get it checked. But I really appreciate your break down on it and taking time to help me on this.

I had it before the bleed as well. In fact if hormones have a surge, then like most women before their periods come, that discharge shows up. Read up about the discharge cycle and then stop googling.

Yep, I had that too. All was fine.

I hear you about not googling. My mom told me the same thing. Trying to find reassurance but getting the opposite by doing so, so I am taking the advice.

So now I am wondering about UTI with this. I feel discomfort like I have one, with no burning upon urination. Had this before about a year and a half ago and received antibiotics even though no infection present in urine as Dr. said sometimes urine tests inconclusive.

I have no more spotting, just this feeling like a UTI. Can a uterine polyp or fibroid cause bladder trouble? Not googling! Still no call from lab with U/S date. Waiting...

 

Good that you stopped googling. The urine issue may be stress related. When stressed down there you focus on that area intensely. I often squeeze my pelvic muscles as one does with biting down tightly with jaw when stressed. Then it creates aching. What a mess we are!

Hi ej, last year I had blood in urine for the first time in my life (I'm 52). Tests didn't show up an infection & I had no burning or pain. Sent off for test for bladder + kidney cancer. A week later I had a vaginal bleed after no period for 14 months so was sent off for vaginal US & then biopsy as my lining was 10mm. All tests results were clear - thank goodness. I still have no medical explanation as to why it all happened but I was extremely stressed at the time. As our bodies change, I think a lot of these things happen & docs in NHS don't have time or money to investigate further if it's not life threatening.

You said you were taking cider vinegar - a lot of acid in the diet (citrus fruits, tomatoes, vinegar) can irritate the bladder and make you wee a lot. If the bladder gets too empty it's more prone to infections. Other irritants include caffeine & alcohol.

So... drink pure water, have a balanced diet and do stuff you enjoy to take your mind off your health until you get tests done. As Lana said, anxiety can really exacerbate a sensitive bladder.  Good luck and keep us posted. J xx

glad all is okay, and I so get all that stress. It is hard. keep well!

So I had an U/S today. Also they did a uterine scan. Now I have to wait. The only odd thing that happened was that the technician spent a lot of time on my left side then asked if I had either ovary removed. I said no. 

What was that all about?

If I don't have an ovary, why not...and where did a typical period then come from?

Was feeling positive, now all worried again...

As we get older our ovaries start to shrink away and it can be hard for the technicians to locate them.  I'm not sure how old you are and whether you're still menstruating(?) but it could just be that one of your ovaries was hiding away. I've never seen an ovary 🐣 but I think they're pretty small to start with.

My top tips for surviving the hideous waiting for results: 1) stay as busy as possible; 2) spend time with other people as much as possible; 3) stay away from Google; 4) when it all gets too much - ask for support from this forum. And a CBT technique that works for some people: think the worst and make a rational, practical plan for how you would deal with that. Write it down and then leave it. Every time your mind strays to "what if?" remember that you've dealt with that and have a plan so you can move your mind on to other things.

I hope that might help anyone who's waiting to hear - I remember what a horrible and difficult time it was and we need all possible support to get through it. xxxxx

Hi Jane,

i posted at the end of this whole thread. My results were clear. Praise the Lord! Ovary just very small now. I am 52. Have been Post meno for 3 years.

Don't let that fear grip you like it did so many of us! Stress is horrible on hormones and our health in general. I'm 59 and a very similar thing happened to be except I woke up with it gushing out of me which ended me in the ER I had all test ran from transvaginal ultra sound , smears, blood work , biopsies I thank the Lord everything was good 🙏 Are you taking any HRT? We are here for you 24/7 you are not alone . There are precious ladies on here that even pray for us and God had answered those prayers . 2 Timothy 1:7

Thank you for your encouraging words.  I'm not on any meds at all. I went thru menopause without any complications.   Like I mentioned no pain or discomfort with this  This is nowhere near gushing out of me.  Thank you. You put me a little more at ease.   I'm staying away from google in the future.  It's frightening.  

The thing is, most people will post online when something's gone wrong or they're scared. If everything's fine people just get on with daily life. So there is far more on Google about the scary stuff than about the fact that in the majority of cases it turns out well. That's why this site is so good - it's very balanced. My consultant told me stress can bring on a bleed (although another one told me it couldn't!) They do like to check out any post-menopausal bleed though just in case, so I'd advise you to see your doctor. Let us know how you get on. xx

You are correct.  No one feels the need to post if everything is fine.  Thank you.   

So I've just had scan, vaginal scan, smear and biopsy😳 Was told by gynae that all looks good healthy and normal but they only did biopsy because lining of my womb was 17mm instead of the usual 7mm ish, said its because I don't produce estrogen due to being post menopausal. May be nothing or could just be a polyp due to bleed but easily sorted. Feel better now it's all done

I had a full blown period last year after 6 years of nothing. Went to GP who said guidelines were after a year to be checked out. Had a scan and womb biopsy and all was fine. Consultant said it is so common that they have a clinic specifically for that. Don't worry....

I wanted to share that one of my paps was to check to make sure the bleeding was coming from the uterus and for STD's. But  you can bleed from the vagina and it not be from the uterus I did not know that util I found out in ER.  There are so  many other reson you can actually bleed from vagina and it NOT be period related or from the uterus.

Hi there, I'm sure it's protacol but the letter headings scare you, cancer,oncology and Macmillan all on the letters I've received!!! Scary stuff!!!! X

Citygirl how are you doing? Same as you went 3 years with nothing. Then a 'period'. My results all good. Have learned how common and normal this is although the recommendation is to have it checked to be safe, and for peace of mind. 😊