Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I am spotting for the past three days. I had complete hysterectomy about 23 years ago and I am not sexually active. Why am I spotting? Should I be concerned? I am currently on Plavix, Aspirin and Lipitor.
Hi,
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Yes, this is a postmenopausal bleeding and definitely needs a consultation. As you had a total hysterectomy, I presume it could be due to atrophic vaginitis. This can occur when your dry vagina gets torn following any kind of friction. I suggest you to stop sex for a few days. Obviously, you need a clinical examination by your GP (general practitioner). If it is truly an atrophic vaginitis, then you need some estrogen cream to apply locally as well as some lubricants during sex.
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Answered byDr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya
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