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Spotting after period

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sally07822
sally07822

I am 52 and recently my periods have been a bit irregular which is to be expected. The last few months I have missed one and then i have a heavy period followed by week/10 days of some brown clotty discharge. Also having a very mild ache similar to period pain but this is off and on. I know at my age with periods pretty much anything goes but I am a bit concerned as my mum had womb cancer. I do suffer from vaginal dryness and problems when weeing as it stings which the doctor put me on tolterodine for urge incontinence and replens for dryness Just wondering if anyone has experienced anything similar.

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  • Finkyb
    Finkyb sally07822

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    Hi Sally,

    it's not unusual to skip periods in the lead up to menopause. If you're concerned do go and have a chat with your doctor. Never underestimate the power of reassurance. Your other symptoms sound like something called vaginal atrophy. Have a read about this and see if you think it applies. It's not something I personally have but have seen it mentioned a lot in menopause forums. It is caused by the drop in estrogen and can cause vaginal and bladder symptoms. There are treatments available which seem to be very effective for a lot of women. All the best,

    Finkyb

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