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Bleeding during menopause? Find out wehn this is normal – and when you should see a doctor.
Unexpected bleeding in menopause can feel frightening, but it's actually more common than you may think and often nothing to worry about.
To clear any confusion, in this episode, menopause specialist Dr Naomi Potter explains the key differences between bleeding in perimenopause, bleeding while taking HRT, and bleeding after menopause. She breaks down when bleeding is completely normal, when doctors investigate further, and why you should never ignore certain symptoms.
💬 Topics include:
• Why bleeding patterns change in perimenopause
• What unscheduled bleeding on HRT means
• When bleeding should be investigated by your doctor
• The most common causes of post-menopausal bleeding
• Common benign causes like fibroids and polyps
• Why bleeding after menopause should be checked
• Treatments that can help control heavy or disruptive bleeding
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00:00 – Bleeding in perimenopause explained
00:32 – What bleeding changes are normal in perimenopause
01:12 – When heavy periods should be investigated
01:45 – Causes of heavy bleeding (fibroids, polyps, endometrial changes)
02:05 – Bleeding when starting HRT
02:35 – Unscheduled bleeding on HRT (first 3–6 months)
03:05 – When bleeding on HRT needs investigation
03:35 – Transvaginal ultrasound: what doctors look for
04:15 – Treatments to control bleeding (progesterone, Mirena, dose changes)
04:55 – When to contact your doctor urgently
05:30 – Managing ongoing bleeding on HRT
06:05 – Treatments for heavy periods (Mirena, medications, surgery)
06:45 – How common abnormal bleeding investigations are
07:15 – Most common cause of bleeding after menopause (GSM)
07:55 – Where to find trusted menopause advice
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