Postmenopausal Bleeding | Super Common Yet Causes Stress and Worry

In this episode, Dr. Polly Watson delves into the topic of postmenopausal bleeding—a common yet often stressful experience for many women. While most cases are not indicative of cancer, it's crucial to understand the potential causes and necessary evaluations. Dr. Watson provides valuable insights into the risk factors, diagnostic procedures, and ways to advocate for yourself to get the care you need and deserve. Join Dr. Polly Watson as she breaks down the essentials, providing the knowledge and tools needed to navigate postmenopausal bleeding with confidence. 🌸 Postmenopausal bleeding is bleeding after not having a period for the last 12 months and is more common in the early postmenopausal period. 🌸 Most postmenopausal bleeding is not cancer, but it is important to evaluate the health of the uterine lining to rule out uterine lining cancer. 🌸 Risk factors for uterine lining cancer include obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, and late menopause. 🌸 Unopposed estrogen and DIY hormone replacement therapy can increase the risk of uterine lining overgrowth and cancer. 🌸 Other causes of postmenopausal bleeding include thinness or dryness of the vaginal or endometrial skin, infections, certain medications, blood thinning medicines, fibroids, and benign overgrowth or polyps of the uterine lining. 🌸 Diagnosis of postmenopausal bleeding involves pelvic ultrasound and endometrial biopsy. 🌸 Self-advocacy and communication with healthcare providers are important in the diagnosis and management of postmenopausal bleeding. 00:51 Introduction to Postmenopausal Bleeding 01:54 The Importance of Evaluating the Health of the Uterine Lining 04:44 Common Causes of Postmenopausal Bleeding 08:50 Diagnosing Postmenopausal Bleeding 12:43 The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Healthcare ✨ Become a new patient by taking our FREE "Are We A Good Fit" course! https://hormonewellnessmdacademy.teac... 💕 Connect with Dr. Polly Watson: Website: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast Resources: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast... New Patient: https://hormonewellnessmdacademy.teac... Instagram:   / hormonewellnessmd   Facebook:   / hormonewellnessmd   YouTube:    / @hormonewellnessmd   Disclaimer: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast...