I think Dr Taylor that every woman in her late 40s , right before menopause , should dedicate a whole year and watch one video a day for all 365 days in order to be prepared for her next chapter of her life!
Every gynecologist’s office should have these models when speaking and explaining to a patient. I have gone through these ultrasounds. My lining went from 6 mm to 8 mm then down to 4 mm after me taking the vital herb you recommended and I exercise daily. Thank you for this important video. All those millions of women who are not your students are at a huge loss.
Thank YOU so much for appreciating my efforts and for taking advantage of my cooky ways of explaining things. I definitely do not see objects as they "are." I see them in terms of what they can demonstrate. I love having you as my student here at Menopause Taylor University.
I am 62 and was just diagnosed with Endometrial Cancer. I had no syptoms. No bleeding. The endometrial thickening was caught on a CT scan for my fractured T9.
PLEASE schedule a consultation with me so that you understand your situation. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Hi Dr. Taylor! I am 64 years old. I am still learning so much from watching your videos. I have been menopausal for 13 years now. From watching your videos, I have learned to listen to your body, and if something is off, take care of it! for example, I was experiencing some vaginal bleeding about five months ago. The minute I saw this I called my doctor right away. first thing I had done, was to get an ultrasound, than a hysterosopy , pap smear, and finally a D&C all came back negative. I was so relieved! I am now taking a lower dose of estrogen, but I still worry about not getting enough. I am going to go back on your videos and refresh my memory I want to thank you!🙏 so much for all you do!!❤️.
Lola, You should consider scheduling a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. That way, I can tailor everything specifically to YOU and ensure that you are meeting your goals. Very commonly, HRT adjustments result in forfeiting your goals. I do all consultations online.
@@MenopauseTaylor dr. Taylor, thank you! so much! for responding to my comment. I am embarrassed to say, that I am not computer savvy. I would love to, however, have one with you! I would need to save up the $ I don’t know how to go about this.?
Same! I’ve only been on HRT for eight weeks at almost age 61 and some very light minimal bleeding, but my GYN wanted to do pelvic ultrasound, that came back, showing a polyp and thickening of the lining. Sadly, I am feeling fearful of all of this, and feeling like I may stop them all together.
I feel this video explains the procedure very well. I just had a full hysterectomy and exploratory surgery because I had uterine cancer. Thank you for sharing.
I just had my 3rd chemo for st. 3c endometrial cancer. It is an unexpected journey. I am 82 and Will beat this. I also had a complete hysterectomy in nov.
I love giving you this education in a way that really works for you, my dear. Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME once you have your results. I'll tailor everything specifically to YOU.
Hello!! I appreciate your videos so much! I had a call with you about 4 years ago and learned so much! I have a question if I may. My obgyn np has ordered a endometrial biopsy. Im not sure why. I went in for a heavy period (49 yrs old in peri) but it stopped and all seems well. She did a pap while i was bleeding and pap came back fine but endometrial cells present. Doesnt that make sense since I was bleeding ? Ultrasound said normal endometrial lining. 1 small fibroid and enlarged uterus ( ive had c section with a big baby!) Im dreading the biopsy so bad ( she was rough even with pap) and I even question why its necessary? I need to schedule another consult with you.
This requires a consultation, my dear. I cannot tailor anything to anybody in a comment box. You already know how much I give you in a consultation ... waaaay more than I can give you here. I look forward to seeing you and helping you again.
Lisa, This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. I can explain whatever you want in a consultation. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
@@MenopauseTaylor Hello there. I have had one session with you already, but I CERTAINLY need another one. I will go online and request one my lovely friend.
Every single woman who gets this education says that she wished she had it earlier. My dream is for all women to get it in their 20s. Menopause can occur at any age.
I'm so thankful that I have seen everything in order. It all makes so much more sense this way. I use herbs and nutrition on a cyclic regimen so I should know what's up. Understanding the different tests and knowing what I want is really helpful. I won't be offered what's not covered but I now know how to work around it if needed. I'm thinking about food now 🤣🥑🥖 Dr. Barbie you're amazing Thank you
I'm in a slightly different situation. First, I take both estrogen and progesterone. I experienced the "bleeding when you're not supposed to bleed" scenario, they did the ultrasound and found fibroids, then decided that was the source of the bleeding. That was about a year ago. Then I stopped bleeding all together and the following happened: routine PAP smear found endometrial cells in my cervix, vaginal ultrasound found my lining had thickened (6mm) beyond what would be considered normal (5mm according to my doctor), nurse practitioner and OBGYN both tried to sample cells from my cervix but could not get me dilated enough to get deep enough, I am now scheduled to have a D&C this Thursday to get a good sample. I'm glad to see that they are following the path that you have laid out, though I wonder if I had a D&C a year ago if they would have found something then. . .
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I'll make sure you understand everything. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Well, I’ll be! I finally learn what the definition of D&C is and it is not what I thought it was. When I’ve heard D&C, it was from women who lost a pregnancy and then had that done. I guessed it was to “clean out” what might be left behind. Question: Does an IUD get in the way of sampling the whole uterine lining? When you said grading and staging, it made me think of school and then you mentioned school! Thank you for this very valuable education! I love my teacher and wish I could send you an apple. 💕
An IUD can get in the way of sampling the entire lining. It's best to take it out for the D&C. Your doctor can always just put it right back in afterward if there are no contraindications.
I just foubd out frim my hysterascope dnc that i have endometrial adeno carcinoma....is that the same thing as just endometrial cancer?? She said its grade 1
Brenda, I can definitely help you understand this in a consultation. But I cannot do so in a comment box. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Thank you. You have thoroughly educated us about endometrial cancer. I wish I had seen your videos earlier last year when I had a heavy bleeding for the 1st time after menopause.
@@MenopauseTaylor Thanks for your kindly response. I just had a hysteroscopy D & C and saw my GYN's notes: "no fibroids, no polyps, no legions, very small tisues were removed from the endometrium (11 mm thickness shown in transvaginal ULT). Now I am waiting for the pathological report. Then I will contact you for more advice like what I should do next. Hope I'am not too late.
@@httran9098 Schedule with me AFTER you have copies of all your results. And be sure to upload all your results to the questionnaire. I can help you a lot.
@@httran9098 I cannot do a consultation in a comment box. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Have they made the D and C procedure less uncomfortable. I had one over 30 years ago and I'll never forget it because it was very painful for me even though they numbed me, I guess that was a local anesthesia. Is it a procedure that you can get put to sleep for or given a some type of sedative. I notice you said they do a general anesthesia these days, I wish that was done back in the 80's.
We have been affected by incompetence of doctors unfortunately or some were just ignorant, but at least now woman's health is getting better with Doctors like this one here.
If the positive rate is only 9%, what are the possible causes for the 91%? Can HRT simply cause benign bleeding? I began spotting about 4 months after starting HRT and have been spotting for about 18 months. I’ve had ultrasounds and my lining is about 5-6mm so I know I need a biopsy but I’ve been hesitant due to sexual trauma history.
Laura, This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Hello Dr Taylor, I have gone to see a gynecologist who was fill in for my regular gynecologist who was on maternity leave ,to get my HRT prescriptions refilled.while reviewing my last pap test from almost two years ago,she said that it showed endometrial cells(didn’t specify what kind of cells),but the cervical cells were normal,This report hadn’t concerned my regularDr.she is suggesting that i do a biopsy,endometrial w/wo Endocervical Sampling.Is not pap tests for determining cancer cells in crevice?Does this test shows any abnormalities of the endometrial lining? no bleeding ever. 60 years old menopausal on HRT for two years.I am not sure wether i should do it.appreciate any input.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Does having 2 periods in a month qualify as abnormal bleeding? This happened twice in the past 2years. Once in June 2020 and once in july 2022. I’m 49 still with montly periods but probably entering peri menopause. Thank you, great information!
Yes, 2 periods in one month is abnormal uterine bleeding. Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME if you want me to tailor everything specifically to YOU. I do them all online.
Having ultrasound & probable biopsy today. Started bleeding 9 yrs after menopause but 6 months after starting HRT combo patches. Starting to take the ibuprofen & cannabis now for my appointment in 2 hours.
I wish you well, my dear. Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me AFTER you have the written results of your ultrasound and biopsy. I'll ensure that you understand absolutely everything. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor,ME, and I do them all online.
Such a timely video. Premature menopause since age 35. HRT cyclic since then. Now age 54 and started heavily bleeding. Ultrasound abnormal thickening. Waiting forever to be seen by an OB. Only change was 6 weeks low dose compounded testosterone gel. Really hoping that is what caused it. I believe it can aromatize into estrogen?
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
I’m 63 and I bleed every month when I stop my progesterone. I use estradiol every day, progesterone half of my cycle. Will they still do all those tests?! 😮
I’m in perimenopause and just had a ultrasound and my lining is thick. Doc wants me to go in and get prometrium (for 10 days only) If I don’t start my period this week. Then repeat ultrasound in 3 months, if my lining is still thick I’ll have to get a biopsy.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
I hope you read this. Im taking bioidentical hormones and the past couple months i would bleed about five days. My Dr sent me for pelvic ultrasound. It 6:47 said im 17 mm endometrial lining . I go for a biopsy in two weeks. I read alot that had to much estrogen and not enough progesterone. Well l decided to stop hormones an my red clover tea . Anyway the pelvic pain stopped and not much bleeding. Should i get another ultrasound?
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Excellent video, beautiful explanation. I wish this video was released when I has time undergo hysterescopy last year. Later on another appointment when I asked for an ultrasound scan to see if the thickness of lining has reduced, the doctor said the lining thickness could be anything >4 mm as I was on HRT. I was taking micronised progesterone in conjunction with eatogen gel. But still she said the thickness could vary so there is no point in taking the scan
Doctor , I am 54 y.o. post menopause. Incidental finding of thickened endometrium by transvaginal ultrasound. I have no bleeding and other symptoms. Advised hysteroscopy and D n C by my OB. But Im scared of doing the procedure
Anna, I can help you with this in a consultation. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Thank You Dr Taylor! Please share knowledge and thoughts regarding use of NR (Nicotinamide Riboside) in menopausal women and period type bleeding. Does NR rejuvenate/affect estrogen to create bleeding?
This is all about marketing. Whether or not this (or any product) benefits YOU personally depends on YOU. This is the kind of thing I can assess in a consultation.
Around minute 18, when you explain what a normal endometrial stripe thickness is, I'm wondering if 'normal' varies depending on the timing of the pelvic ultrasound during the cycle (for cycling women)? Also, if a woman has previously had an endometrial ablation, does that affect the endometrial stripe thickness on a temporary basis? Thank you for these videos!
Deb, This is something that must be tailored specifically to YOU in a consultation. You do not understand what an endometrial ablation is. Please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME so that I can give you the education and tailoring you deserve. I do them all online.
45 and still get a monthly cycle but my estrogen levels vacillate erratically up and down, not just around ovulation. I tracked it with a very sophisticated fertility app just to see what my hormones are doing. If I start a small daily dose of bio identical estrogen cream and use it during just the first two weeks of my cycle, will that balance my estrogen levels and even them out to help with weight loss or will adding more estrogen cause weight gain?
Estrogen LOSS is what causes weight gain! You can start hormone replacement at any time, but your suggestion is completely off. If you want to get it right, please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will tailor everything specifically to YOU and ensure that you meet all our goals without making mistakes. I do them all online.
You can have breakthrough bleeding on any HRT. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Dr Taylor I would like to thank you so very much for your program I as a 👠 woman found myself having from light pink to red bleeding not heavy bleeding but blood is blood I do have about 6 fibroids that are still there and the other ones dissipated over the years I was taking a woman's hormonal pill 💊 that causes some women to stop bleeding and for other women it does not help 🆘 at all for me I truly believe that this pill was helping to keep bleeding 👇👇👇 down and just when I did not see blood then I found myself cramping just light one does prior to a woman having her period I actually went to the emergency room and I was totally surprised that they did not call in an OBGYN doctor to take a look at me and this situation. I was there all night long 🥀 on what I called a dry run for nothing. I hit actually contacted my OBGYN doctor and that earlier today. When he came in the room with the nurse he was actually listening to what I had to say and the next thing I knew he was actually saying that he wanted to do a biopsy and an ultrasound ASAP and he also said that what I was describing sounded like maybe 🤔 cancer. The next thing he said to me was that he wasn't going to play around with this and that he wasn't even going to wait for a medical clearance that people usually have before they go through any type of procedure when they're being put to sleep 😴 so he said that this was going to be marked urgent urgent so this could be done ASAP he said that he wanted me to call and have the ultrasound scheduled and meanwhile I would be receiving a call from the scheduling department 🏬🏬 for when the actual biopsy was going to be scheduled for putting me to sleep. The only thing about this was that I did not understand why he actually did not check me physically in that area it's like he had heard enough and he just wanted to get down to business as a woman I really don't know how I'm supposed to be feeling because that actual exam I'm wondering why did he not do that. And not giving a medical approval working the case urgent urgent can the doctor actually do that is that legal. Because again I was always told that whenever any procedure is performed on you where you need to be put a sleep you must have a medical clearance first any other hand I can say at least he was jumping on this ASAP now I have actually had breakthrough bleeding before and by doing a simple test such as taking of small piece 🧩 around the vagina area it was sent to the lab because of bleeding but thank God it came back before as having no cancer however that was then which was a year ago and this is now. He did say that his reason for jumping on this so quickly is because he feels like there might be cancer there and he doesn't want to play around keeping in mind I've had a breakthrough a bleeding before but it was not cancer I am trying to be very calm after my seeing the doctor 💊 and I just hope that he is doing the right thing buying me by not giving the medical clearance to do 🥺 this however please keep in mind he saying that as far as he's concerned this is an emergency situation that needs to be addressed now so dr. Taylor if I could please give a feedback from you because you sound so very very inspirational as a doctor and I have really truly enjoyed watching and listening to your program may God bless you reaching out to women who are into me in the dark 🌑🕶️ about these type of medical issues. I was told that the procedure that he will be doing on me at the hospital you go in that morning 🌅 and you go home later on that afternoon am I scared 😨 yes a little because everything is happening so fast ⏩ but at least he's trying to work on this ASAP opposed to going to the emergency room being there all night long 🥀 and nothing was done. Again I do thank you so very much and whatever words of wisdom that you might have for me would be greatly appreciated 🥀 again dr. I thank you so very much. ♥️🥀♥️
Denise, This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
@@MenopauseTaylor from Denise fields hello and good afternoon dr. Taylor I would like you to know that I did receive your reply 😃 and I was so very surprised because I do know that you have a very busy schedule. I do understand everything that you had to say and yes everything that you said made a lot of sense to me I will definitely keep everything that you said in mind my ultrasound is scheduled for next week I do believe and meanwhile I was told that I would be contacted for the biopsy date 📅. Everybody keeps telling me to have a positive mind because they say that you know that you had it's happened before because of a fibroids and there was no cancer ♋ today's you know dr. Taylor it is still a very scary situation however I will definitely keep you updated whenever I find out what is going on with my situation. That is the least that I can do because you have been so very kind to me and at a time like this 😴🎁🥀 a beautiful gift of love 💕💕 truly helps the doctor please don't forget my name 📛 and who I am because you will definitely be hearing from me thank you for everything and until again ❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀 please continue to do what you do best because I must say that your show is very inspirational not only to me but you lots of other women that are struggling for answers as well may God be with you 🥀❤️🥀 and thank you again ❤️🥀
DJ hello and happy Wednesday🥀 to you. I really can't believe that I actually sent dr. Taylor my letter 💌 oh well she was very gracious I not say, and even though I really wasn't thinking at the time, goodbye me opening up in regards to my situation maybe it will help other women out there as well as far as reaching out for support and not being afraid 😟. After all these situations or nothing to play with. Well boss as you can see I came in really early today, as well as yesterday. I was just looking at some of my work, as well as some things that need to be done ✅✅ today. And also DJ it was really nice working with you 🥀 and critiquing some songs like we used to do back in the day. I'm just sending this message over to because I know that you're not aware that I'm already here. Another beautiful day .. thanks 😊 boss. 😾🥀😾🥀
Lisa, You definitely NEED a consultation with me. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Hi all. I had post menopause bleeding along with other symptoms (cramps, urinary incontinence, bloating) in office biopsy was normal but thickened lining. They put me on megestrol and the symptoms went away, went back for follow and dr took me off megestrol after an ultrasound (lining was at 5mm) and said to call if I have any bleeding. Well, the cramps and bleeding have returned. Anyone else been through this? Dr says if bleeding continued id have to have D&C.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
So what happens when you haven't gone through menopause... you're in perimenopause, and you have PCOS. We're used to having bleeding at odd times, and everyone says that menopause causes off and on bleeding.
No! PLEASE, PLEASE, schedule a consultation with me. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
I wanted to say, thank you for going to such great lengths to provide us with an excellent education, 🙏❤️🙏including eating a peanut butter and mayonnaise sandwich 😂 Is there anything you won’t do to help women enjoy their lives 😘🤗
I am about a year past menopause (it’s been about two or two and a half years since I had a period). I started continuous HRT approx 3.5 to 4 months ago (Estradiol 0.05% transdermal patch, along with 100 mg progesterone pill at night). Up until two weeks ago, I had no issues. Then I began spotting. Spotted for two days, before bleeding increased to a continuous drip. It was as much blood flow as a regular period. I was able to get into my OBGYN. She said the amount of blood means nothing - that a smidge of blood vs a bucket of blood is “irrelevant” because “blood is blood”. She assured me that I wouldn’t need a biopsy, and ordered an ultrasound. She was not concerned about the pelvic cramping/pain I experienced while bleeding, or the “butt pain” I had the night before the spotting had started (felt like someone was attempting to drive a plunger up my arse). I explained that I used to occasionally get bad butt pain when I had my period, and that the butt pain I had that night was identical (even though at that point, I had not yet even started spotting). She dismissed this, advising that “lots of women” have this kind of pain when on their period. I’m not on my period. After four days of bleeding, it ceased altogether. The day after the bleeding stopped, I had the transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound . My left ovary could not be visualized, which the tech speculated was gas in my bowel. That area just looked black on the sonogram. My endometrial stripe measured 10 mm. .I reached out to my doctor, as I had not heard back. My doctor called today, advising that it’s quite “normal” to have a thickened endometrial lining when on HRT. She said that while she would have liked to see it at 2mm, it’s not uncommon for someone on HRT to have a measurement as high as 20 mm! (Yes, 20 mm!) - and yet still be fine (no cancer). She told me to take two 100mg progesterone pills for the next week (rather than one) - at which time I could go back to 100mg. She still does not feel that a biopsy is necessary. She suggested we cancel the follow-up appointment we had for Monday, and meet in a month. She’s REALLY nice and is a Castle Connolly “Top Doc”. She’s got a fantastic bedside manner. That said, I have been unable to get a good night’s sleep since this started. I am scared. From your videos, I expected a biopsy. Is it “normal” to have a 10 mm endometrial stripe, especially after just starting HRT a relatively short time ago?
@Teiteiboo Hello, and thank you for asking how it turned out. I ended up reaching out to Memorial Sloan Kettering, a cancer research hospital on the East Coast. It just caused me too much anxiety, and too many nights sleep. The surgeon I met with explained that performing a biopsy was a no-brainer, given the ultrasound and the symptoms I was experiencing, along with my recent bloodwork. She performed a biopsy on my endometrial lining, as well as a vulvar biopsy. Thankfully, cancer was not detected! Polyps were found and removed. The vulvar biopsy was to confirm a Lichen Sclerosis diagnose I had received a year prior, for which the same OBGYN advised against biopsy. At the time, I was prescribed topical Clebatasol to use everyday, for the rest of my life. I have CD8 cell insufficiency, and I had read that the continued use of Clebatasol was not advisable where a CD8 cell abnormality is concerned. Because of my CD8 insufficiency, and a strong history of both breast and brain cancer in my family, I have a much bigger fear of cancer than I do of Lichen Sclerosis, so I discontinued the use of the ointment once the rash cleared up. When I went to Sloan for the issue with the thickened lining, the surgeon suggested a vulvar biopsy as well. I was so relieved! As with the vaginal bleeding, I was shocked when, the year prior, my OBGYN didn’t think a biopsy was necessary. The only thing I can think of is that she might have been concerned the biopsies would be triggering. I don’t know, but she is such a lovely woman that she must have been confident without performing the biopsy(ies) - and might have thought that I would feel more comfortable not doing them. Even though I expressed wanting biopsies, she assured me that I “would hate her” if she did them on me. My experience at Sloan, particularly on the day of the biopsies, was wonderful. Everyone I met with, including the anesthesiologist, was very personable. Recovery was straightforward and followed the course I was advised it would. Oh! Another great thing about the surgeon was that I didn’t even have to ask for an IUD. I had been interested in an alternative to oral progesterone ever since learning about the benefits from watching Menopause Taylor’s invaluable channel. Again, my own OBGYN refused, explaining that the insertion process was “painful” and that, additionally, I would “feel it” once it was inside. Well, wouldn’t ya know I don’t feel it inside me at all! The insertion was absolutely painless being that I was already under anesthesia. Any pain I had after the procedures was likely the result of the vulvar biopsy (hard for me to differentiate). The result of the vulvar biopsy came back inconclusive for Lichen Sclerosis, siting “radioactive inflammatory changes”. My surgeon suggested continuing to hold off on the use of Clebatasol, until and unless I had a “flare”. It’s been a year since I was given the LS diagnosis by my OBGYN. No flares yet. Fingers crossed. I’m giving a lot of information, hoping it might help you and others. Not going somewhere for a second opinion, while there was still a rash to biopsy, was a mistake on my part. I found this channel after that happened. If I had found Menopause Taylor before or during, I would have felt more empowered to advocate for myself. Thankfully, I DID find this channel in time to advocate for myself when experiencing the bleeding! Lesson I learned was not to participate in a game of Russian Roulette where matters of health are concerned. Get (insist on) a biopsy. PS: My feelings regarding the OBGYN, who I have not seen since, haven’t changed. The best bedside manner I’ve encountered, just perhaps not an ideal fit for someone like me, who worries a lot and who appreciates a more conclusive diagnosis. PSS: Typing on my phone. Sorry for all the typos/edits!
Ready for class Dr Taylor! Your detail in this video is excellent! You go into very fine details with the procedures. It's long, but your breaking it down to layman terms is helpful... I never had any tests, nope...Amazed me how the radiologist missed reading the ultrasound. Perhaps my doc saw more on the ultrasound than the radiologist. My She Shed was ripped out, along with egg crates. The pathologist found the problem my doc may have suspected. Still cancer free two years later... Hmm, does next week's lesson include more avocados as props?
@@eek1759 when it's used for a fetus that has died in the womb it is an abortion. It is used most often for abortion. In both Texas & Oklahoma I believe it is illegal. I know that any procedure used to save a Woman's life is illegal & would cause a doctor to lose their license & go to prison for life. And life begins at conception without exception in both states.
@@leewhite-graham753 I should not have asked Dr. Taylor, and I knew better. I do not want to get into an arguement on a social media sight. But I have since looked up what is the legal status of the procedure in my state Oklahoma. The D&C procedure is illegal in Oklahoma because even if a pregnancy has not been diagnosed it will end any pregnancy that does exist. It is punishable by the loss of the medical license to practice and a 10 year prison sentence and this is with no exception for the life of the Mother. The blind office sampling is still available in Oklahoma as well as the camera because neither cause an abortion nor ever used as a procedure to save a woman's life after miscarriage.
I think Dr Taylor that every woman in her late 40s , right before menopause , should dedicate a whole year and watch one video a day for all 365 days in order to be prepared for her next chapter of her life!
or even earlier!
@@rebekahraymond4412 My dream is for all women to get this education in their 20s. Nobody can know when she'll become peri- or post-menopausal.
Amen! I can attest to this, as well!
It sounds to me like someone needs to come up with a whole new way to diagnose this cancer!
True! But the good thing is that it can be diagnosed very early (unlike a lot of other cancers).
Every gynecologist’s office should have these models when speaking and explaining to a patient. I have gone through these ultrasounds. My lining went from 6 mm to 8 mm then down to 4 mm after me taking the vital herb you recommended and I exercise daily. Thank you for this important video. All those millions of women who are not your students are at a huge loss.
Thank YOU so much for appreciating my efforts and for taking advantage of my cooky ways of explaining things. I definitely do not see objects as they "are." I see them in terms of what they can demonstrate.
I love having you as my student here at Menopause Taylor University.
Can someone point me in the direction of the video about the herb?
What herb?
I am 62 and was just diagnosed with Endometrial Cancer. I had no syptoms. No bleeding. The endometrial thickening was caught on a CT scan for my fractured T9.
PLEASE schedule a consultation with me so that you understand your situation.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Hi Dr. Taylor! I am 64 years old. I am still learning so much from watching your videos. I have been menopausal for 13 years now. From watching your videos, I have learned to listen to your body, and if something is off, take care of it! for example, I was experiencing some vaginal bleeding about five months ago. The minute I saw this I called my doctor right away. first thing I had done, was to get an ultrasound, than a hysterosopy , pap smear, and finally a D&C all came back negative. I was so relieved! I am now taking a lower dose of estrogen, but I still worry about not getting enough. I am going to go back on your videos and refresh my memory I want to thank you!🙏 so much for all you do!!❤️.
Lola,
You should consider scheduling a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. That way, I can tailor everything specifically to YOU and ensure that you are meeting your goals. Very commonly, HRT adjustments result in forfeiting your goals. I do all consultations online.
@@MenopauseTaylor dr. Taylor, thank you! so much! for responding to my comment. I am embarrassed to say, that I am not computer savvy. I would love to, however, have one with you! I would need to save up the $ I don’t know how to go about this.?
@@lolakathol4109 Go to MenopauseTaylor.ME to schedule. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Same! I’ve only been on HRT for eight weeks at almost age 61 and some very light minimal bleeding, but my GYN wanted to do pelvic ultrasound, that came back, showing a polyp and thickening of the lining. Sadly, I am feeling fearful of all of this, and feeling like I may stop them all together.
@@ddmontg3402what was your diagnosis? I am having samething 5mm thickness and an 8mm polyp, waiting for D&C.. postmenopausal for 9 yrs
I feel this video explains the procedure very well. I just had a full hysterectomy and exploratory surgery because I had uterine cancer. Thank you for sharing.
You are so very welcome, my dear. I'm glad you're rid of your Uterine Cancer.
I just had my 3rd chemo for st. 3c endometrial cancer. It is an unexpected journey. I am 82 and Will beat this. I also had a complete hysterectomy in nov.
You ARE beating this.
I think your attitude is a winner.
I love your videos and you make it easy for anyone to understand. Waiting for my biopsy I got last week. Holding my breath! 😅
I love giving you this education in a way that really works for you, my dear. Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME once you have your results. I'll tailor everything specifically to YOU.
I’m in the same spot place. I hope you’re turned out to be benign. ❤️
This beautiful lady is very intelligent Thank You for your 🕙 with us
Thank YOU for your kind compliment.
Hello!! I appreciate your videos so much! I had a call with you about 4 years ago and learned so much! I have a question if I may. My obgyn np has ordered a endometrial biopsy. Im not sure why. I went in for a heavy period (49 yrs old in peri) but it stopped and all seems well. She did a pap while i was bleeding and pap came back fine but endometrial cells present. Doesnt that make sense since I was bleeding ? Ultrasound said normal endometrial lining. 1 small fibroid and enlarged uterus ( ive had c section with a big baby!) Im dreading the biopsy so bad ( she was rough even with pap) and I even question why its necessary? I need to schedule another consult with you.
This requires a consultation, my dear. I cannot tailor anything to anybody in a comment box. You already know how much I give you in a consultation ... waaaay more than I can give you here. I look forward to seeing you and helping you again.
Thank you SO MUCH for this information. I am currently suffering from these very challenges and my doctor isn't able to communicate like you can :)
Lisa,
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. I can explain whatever you want in a consultation. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
@@MenopauseTaylor Hello there. I have had one session with you already, but I CERTAINLY need another one. I will go online and request one my lovely friend.
@@lisaolah7477 I look forward to seeing you again, my dear.
Excellent video! Wish I knew this information years ago. Wouldn't be where I am today.
Every single woman who gets this education says that she wished she had it earlier. My dream is for all women to get it in their 20s. Menopause can occur at any age.
I'm so thankful that I have seen everything in order. It all makes so much more sense this way. I use herbs and nutrition on a cyclic regimen so I should know what's up. Understanding the different tests and knowing what I want is really helpful. I won't be offered what's not covered but I now know how to work around it if needed. I'm thinking about food now 🤣🥑🥖 Dr. Barbie you're amazing Thank you
You are so welcome, my dear.
I'm in a slightly different situation. First, I take both estrogen and progesterone. I experienced the "bleeding when you're not supposed to bleed" scenario, they did the ultrasound and found fibroids, then decided that was the source of the bleeding. That was about a year ago. Then I stopped bleeding all together and the following happened: routine PAP smear found endometrial cells in my cervix, vaginal ultrasound found my lining had thickened (6mm) beyond what would be considered normal (5mm according to my doctor), nurse practitioner and OBGYN both tried to sample cells from my cervix but could not get me dilated enough to get deep enough, I am now scheduled to have a D&C this Thursday to get a good sample. I'm glad to see that they are following the path that you have laid out, though I wonder if I had a D&C a year ago if they would have found something then. . .
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I'll make sure you understand everything. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Well, I’ll be! I finally learn what the definition of D&C is and it is not what I thought it was.
When I’ve heard D&C, it was from women who lost a pregnancy and then had that done. I guessed it was to “clean out” what might be left behind.
Question: Does an IUD get in the way of sampling the whole uterine lining?
When you said grading and staging, it made me think of school and then you mentioned school!
Thank you for this very valuable education! I love my teacher and wish I could send you an apple. 💕
An IUD can get in the way of sampling the entire lining. It's best to take it out for the D&C. Your doctor can always just put it right back in afterward if there are no contraindications.
@@MenopauseTaylor now I am armed with that knowledge and won’t be surprised with the procedure, should I need one. 😘
@@knackfulknitter Exactly! Heck, you'll probably know so much that you could instruct your doctors on how to perform it!
@@MenopauseTaylor 🤣💕
I just foubd out frim my hysterascope dnc that i have endometrial adeno carcinoma....is that the same thing as just endometrial cancer?? She said its grade 1
Brenda,
I can definitely help you understand this in a consultation. But I cannot do so in a comment box.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Yes, that is cancer. It’s not the super scary kind though and you’re going to be ok. ❤️
Thank you. You have thoroughly educated us about endometrial cancer. I wish I had seen your videos earlier last year when I had a heavy bleeding for the 1st time after menopause.
Please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I can help you with this. I do them all online.
@@MenopauseTaylor Thanks for your kindly response. I just had a hysteroscopy D & C and saw my GYN's notes: "no fibroids, no polyps, no legions, very small tisues were removed from the endometrium (11 mm thickness shown in transvaginal ULT). Now I am waiting for the pathological report. Then I will contact you for more advice like what I should do next. Hope I'am not too late.
@@httran9098 Schedule with me AFTER you have copies of all your results. And be sure to upload all your results to the questionnaire. I can help you a lot.
@@MenopauseTaylor I received the pathologic result today. Thank you so much for your help. It meant a lot to me.
@@httran9098 I cannot do a consultation in a comment box.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Have they made the D and C procedure less uncomfortable. I had one over 30 years ago and I'll never forget it because it was very painful for me even though they numbed me, I guess that was a local anesthesia. Is it a procedure that you can get put to sleep for or given a some type of sedative. I notice you said they do a general anesthesia these days, I wish that was done back in the 80's.
There are many different options. It depends on the instrumentation, the setting, and (of course) you.
Bless you Dr. Taylor!! I appreciate your dedication!
Well, thank you so much, my dear.
It's a shame we are not educated about our bodies and the warning signs at an early age.
I agree. Women need to demand more.
We have been affected by incompetence of doctors unfortunately or some were just ignorant, but at least now woman's health is getting better with Doctors like this one here.
Do you have a video explaining what happens if breakthrough bleeding is 2 months or longer?
Thank you!
Truly grateful for Dr. Taylor videos and consultations 🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤
And I am truly grateful for your gratitude!
So helpful and informative, thank you 🙏🏻🌹✨
You are so very welcome, my dear.
If the positive rate is only 9%, what are the possible causes for the 91%? Can HRT simply cause benign bleeding? I began spotting about 4 months after starting HRT and have been spotting for about 18 months. I’ve had ultrasounds and my lining is about 5-6mm so I know I need a biopsy but I’ve been hesitant due to sexual trauma history.
Laura,
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Great video Taylor!!
I'm so glad it helped you.
Hello Dr Taylor,
I have gone to see a gynecologist who was fill in for my regular gynecologist who was on maternity leave ,to get my HRT prescriptions refilled.while reviewing my last pap test from almost two years ago,she said that it showed endometrial cells(didn’t specify what kind of cells),but the cervical cells were normal,This report hadn’t concerned my regularDr.she is suggesting that i do a biopsy,endometrial w/wo Endocervical Sampling.Is not pap tests for determining cancer cells in crevice?Does this test shows any abnormalities of the endometrial lining?
no bleeding ever. 60 years old menopausal on HRT for two years.I am not sure wether i should do it.appreciate any input.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Does having 2 periods in a month qualify as abnormal bleeding? This happened twice in the past 2years. Once in June 2020 and once in july 2022. I’m 49 still with montly periods but probably entering peri menopause. Thank you, great information!
Yes, 2 periods in one month is abnormal uterine bleeding.
Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME if you want me to tailor everything specifically to YOU. I do them all online.
Yes - I just got diagnosed / get checked
Having ultrasound & probable biopsy today. Started bleeding 9 yrs after menopause but 6 months after starting HRT combo patches. Starting to take the ibuprofen & cannabis now for my appointment in 2 hours.
I wish you well, my dear. Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me AFTER you have the written results of your ultrasound and biopsy. I'll ensure that you understand absolutely everything.
You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor,ME, and I do them all online.
Such a timely video. Premature menopause since age 35. HRT cyclic since then. Now age 54 and started heavily bleeding. Ultrasound abnormal thickening. Waiting forever to be seen by an OB. Only change was 6 weeks low dose compounded testosterone gel. Really hoping that is what caused it. I believe it can aromatize into estrogen?
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
@@MenopauseTaylor thank you. I will look into it. In the mean time I will hopefully have more info with a hysterescopy. Spelling?
Thank You Doctor Taylor for your time.🙏
You are so welcome, my dear.
I’m 63 and I bleed every month when I stop my progesterone. I use estradiol every day, progesterone half of my cycle. Will they still do all those tests?! 😮
Golden info!!!!
I’m in perimenopause and just had a ultrasound and my lining is thick. Doc wants me to go in and get prometrium (for 10 days only) If I don’t start my period this week. Then repeat ultrasound in 3 months, if my lining is still thick I’ll have to get a biopsy.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
I hope you read this. Im taking bioidentical hormones and the past couple months i would bleed about five days. My Dr sent me for pelvic ultrasound. It 6:47 said im 17 mm endometrial lining . I go for a biopsy in two weeks. I read alot that had to much estrogen and not enough progesterone. Well l decided to stop hormones an my red clover tea
. Anyway the pelvic pain stopped and not much bleeding. Should i get another ultrasound?
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Excellent video, beautiful explanation. I wish this video was released when I has time undergo hysterescopy last year. Later on another appointment when I asked for an ultrasound scan to see if the thickness of lining has reduced, the doctor said the lining thickness could be anything >4 mm as I was on HRT. I was taking micronised progesterone in conjunction with eatogen gel. But still she said the thickness could vary so there is no point in taking the scan
Never sacrifice your peace of mind for anything. Always get whatever you need to know the whole story.
@@MenopauseTaylor Absolutely! Thank you for your great educational videos. You are doing a great service.
Doctor , I am 54 y.o. post menopause. Incidental finding of thickened endometrium by transvaginal ultrasound. I have no bleeding and other symptoms. Advised hysteroscopy and D n C by my OB. But Im scared of doing the procedure
Anna,
I can help you with this in a consultation.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Thank You Dr Taylor! Please share knowledge and thoughts regarding use of NR (Nicotinamide Riboside) in menopausal women and period type bleeding. Does NR rejuvenate/affect estrogen to create bleeding?
This is all about marketing. Whether or not this (or any product) benefits YOU personally depends on YOU. This is the kind of thing I can assess in a consultation.
Around minute 18, when you explain what a normal endometrial stripe thickness is, I'm wondering if 'normal' varies depending on the timing of the pelvic ultrasound during the cycle (for cycling women)? Also, if a woman has previously had an endometrial ablation, does that affect the endometrial stripe thickness on a temporary basis? Thank you for these videos!
Deb,
This is something that must be tailored specifically to YOU in a consultation.
You do not understand what an endometrial ablation is.
Please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME so that I can give you the education and tailoring you deserve. I do them all online.
45 and still get a monthly cycle but my estrogen levels vacillate erratically up and down, not just around ovulation. I tracked it with a very sophisticated fertility app just to see what my hormones are doing. If I start a small daily dose of bio identical estrogen cream and use it during just the first two weeks of my cycle, will that balance my estrogen levels and even them out to help with weight loss or will adding more estrogen cause weight gain?
Estrogen LOSS is what causes weight gain!
You can start hormone replacement at any time, but your suggestion is completely off.
If you want to get it right, please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will tailor everything specifically to YOU and ensure that you meet all our goals without making mistakes. I do them all online.
Will gynecologists do an EMB with anesthesia if i request it? Every woman ive spoken to about the has said it was extremely painful without it.
You should never deny yourself comfort. Do not put yourself through trauma. If you need anesthesia, demand it.
@@MenopauseTaylor thank you so much
I just had my biopsy done 2 weeks ago with lidocaine and it was absolutely pain-free!
@@debsthriftytips good to know, thanks!
Can you get a break through bleed on evorol Conti patches please thanks ♥️
You can have breakthrough bleeding on any HRT.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
OMHeck! Perfect timing. Thanks Doc!
You are so welcome!
My mother diagnosed with stage 4 endometrial cancer 😢 but she lost some weight, other than that she had no symptoms
I'm sorry she had to deal with this.
Dr Taylor I would like to thank you so very much for your program I as a 👠 woman found myself having from light pink to red bleeding not heavy bleeding but blood is blood I do have about 6 fibroids that are still there and the other ones dissipated over the years I was taking a woman's hormonal pill 💊 that causes some women to stop bleeding and for other women it does not help 🆘 at all for me I truly believe that this pill was helping to keep bleeding 👇👇👇 down and just when I did not see blood then I found myself cramping just light one does prior to a woman having her period I actually went to the emergency room and I was totally surprised that they did not call in an OBGYN doctor to take a look at me and this situation. I was there all night long 🥀 on what I called a dry run for nothing. I hit actually contacted my OBGYN doctor and that earlier today. When he came in the room with the nurse he was actually listening to what I had to say and the next thing I knew he was actually saying that he wanted to do a biopsy and an ultrasound ASAP and he also said that what I was describing sounded like maybe 🤔 cancer. The next thing he said to me was that he wasn't going to play around with this and that he wasn't even going to wait for a medical clearance that people usually have before they go through any type of procedure when they're being put to sleep 😴 so he said that this was going to be marked urgent urgent so this could be done ASAP he said that he wanted me to call and have the ultrasound scheduled and meanwhile I would be receiving a call from the scheduling department 🏬🏬 for when the actual biopsy was going to be scheduled for putting me to sleep. The only thing about this was that I did not understand why he actually did not check me physically in that area it's like he had heard enough and he just wanted to get down to business as a woman I really don't know how I'm supposed to be feeling because that actual exam I'm wondering why did he not do that. And not giving a medical approval working the case urgent urgent can the doctor actually do that is that legal. Because again I was always told that whenever any procedure is performed on you where you need to be put a sleep you must have a medical clearance first any other hand I can say at least he was jumping on this ASAP now I have actually had breakthrough bleeding before and by doing a simple test such as taking of small piece 🧩 around the vagina area it was sent to the lab because of bleeding but thank God it came back before as having no cancer however that was then which was a year ago and this is now. He did say that his reason for jumping on this so quickly is because he feels like there might be cancer there and he doesn't want to play around keeping in mind I've had a breakthrough a bleeding before but it was not cancer I am trying to be very calm after my seeing the doctor 💊 and I just hope that he is doing the right thing buying me by not giving the medical clearance to do 🥺 this however please keep in mind he saying that as far as he's concerned this is an emergency situation that needs to be addressed now so dr. Taylor if I could please give a feedback from you because you sound so very very inspirational as a doctor and I have really truly enjoyed watching and listening to your program may God bless you reaching out to women who are into me in the dark 🌑🕶️ about these type of medical issues. I was told that the procedure that he will be doing on me at the hospital you go in that morning 🌅 and you go home later on that afternoon am I scared 😨 yes a little because everything is happening so fast ⏩ but at least he's trying to work on this ASAP opposed to going to the emergency room being there all night long 🥀 and nothing was done. Again I do thank you so very much and whatever words of wisdom that you might have for me would be greatly appreciated 🥀 again dr. I thank you so very much. ♥️🥀♥️
Denise,
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
@@MenopauseTaylor from Denise fields hello and good afternoon dr. Taylor I would like you to know that I did receive your reply 😃 and I was so very surprised because I do know that you have a very busy schedule. I do understand everything that you had to say and yes everything that you said made a lot of sense to me I will definitely keep everything that you said in mind my ultrasound is scheduled for next week I do believe and meanwhile I was told that I would be contacted for the biopsy date 📅. Everybody keeps telling me to have a positive mind because they say that you know that you had it's happened before because of a fibroids and there was no cancer ♋ today's you know dr. Taylor it is still a very scary situation however I will definitely keep you updated whenever I find out what is going on with my situation. That is the least that I can do because you have been so very kind to me and at a time like this 😴🎁🥀 a beautiful gift of love 💕💕 truly helps the doctor please don't forget my name 📛 and who I am because you will definitely be hearing from me thank you for everything and until again ❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀❤️🥀 please continue to do what you do best because I must say that your show is very inspirational not only to me but you lots of other women that are struggling for answers as well may God be with you 🥀❤️🥀 and thank you again ❤️🥀
DJ hello and happy Wednesday🥀 to you. I really can't believe that I actually sent dr. Taylor my letter 💌 oh well she was very gracious I not say, and even though I really wasn't thinking at the time, goodbye me opening up in regards to my situation maybe it will help other women out there as well as far as reaching out for support and not being afraid 😟. After all these situations or nothing to play with. Well boss as you can see I came in really early today, as well as yesterday. I was just looking at some of my work, as well as some things that need to be done ✅✅ today. And also DJ it was really nice working with you 🥀 and critiquing some songs like we used to do back in the day. I'm just sending this message over to because I know that you're not aware that I'm already here. Another beautiful day .. thanks 😊 boss. 😾🥀😾🥀
Denise,
Thank you for appreciating my efforts to give you the education and help you deserve. I love every minute of it.@@denisefields7233
Thank you 🍂♥️!!
I was bleeding and I was told HRT causes this and don’t worry so a year went by and I was told 3/13 I have uterine cancer - I was on HRT pellets
Lisa,
You definitely NEED a consultation with me.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Hi all. I had post menopause bleeding along with other symptoms (cramps, urinary incontinence, bloating) in office biopsy was normal but thickened lining. They put me on megestrol and the symptoms went away, went back for follow and dr took me off megestrol after an ultrasound (lining was at 5mm) and said to call if I have any bleeding. Well, the cramps and bleeding have returned. Anyone else been through this? Dr says if bleeding continued id have to have D&C.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
@@MenopauseTaylor I can’t pay 300 for a consult. Just seeing if anyone else here has had the same issues. :)
@@EffSharp Stay on the lookout for discounts and give-aways. You might win a free consultation.
So what happens when you haven't gone through menopause... you're in perimenopause, and you have PCOS. We're used to having bleeding at odd times, and everyone says that menopause causes off and on bleeding.
No!
PLEASE, PLEASE, schedule a consultation with me.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Thank you 😊😊😊
It's my pleasure.
I wanted to say, thank you for going to such great lengths to provide us with an excellent education, 🙏❤️🙏including eating a peanut butter and mayonnaise sandwich 😂 Is there anything you won’t do to help women enjoy their lives 😘🤗
There is nothing I won't do if it enhances your education. It is my mission in life to give you the menopause education you deserve.
I heard that my doctor inserts a little camera when doing the D&C
That's called a "Hysteroscopy" I address that.
Everyone is pregnant unless proven otherwise...I love it! 😅
Even men!
@@MenopauseTaylor 😅
I am about a year past menopause (it’s been about two or two and a half years since I had a period). I started continuous HRT approx 3.5 to 4 months ago (Estradiol 0.05% transdermal patch, along with 100 mg progesterone pill at night). Up until two weeks ago, I had no issues. Then I began spotting. Spotted for two days, before bleeding increased to a continuous drip. It was as much blood flow as a regular period.
I was able to get into my OBGYN. She said the amount of blood means nothing - that a smidge of blood vs a bucket of blood is “irrelevant” because “blood is blood”. She assured me that I wouldn’t need a biopsy, and ordered an ultrasound.
She was not concerned about the pelvic cramping/pain I experienced while bleeding, or the “butt pain” I had the night before the spotting had started (felt like someone was attempting to drive a plunger up my arse). I explained that I used to occasionally get bad butt pain when I had my period, and that the butt pain I had that night was identical (even though at that point, I had not yet even started spotting). She dismissed this, advising that “lots of women” have this kind of pain when on their period.
I’m not on my period.
After four days of bleeding, it ceased altogether. The day after the bleeding stopped, I had the transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound . My left ovary could not be visualized, which the tech speculated was gas in my bowel. That area just looked black on the sonogram. My endometrial stripe measured 10 mm.
.I reached out to my doctor, as I had not heard back. My doctor called today, advising that it’s quite “normal” to have a thickened endometrial lining when on HRT. She said that while she would have liked to see it at 2mm, it’s not uncommon for someone on HRT to have a measurement as high as 20 mm! (Yes, 20 mm!) - and yet still be fine (no cancer). She told me to take two 100mg progesterone pills for the next week (rather than one) - at which time I could go back to 100mg. She still does not feel that a biopsy is necessary. She suggested we cancel the follow-up appointment we had for Monday, and meet in a month.
She’s REALLY nice and is a Castle Connolly “Top Doc”. She’s got a fantastic bedside manner. That said, I have been unable to get a good night’s sleep since this started. I am scared. From your videos, I expected a biopsy.
Is it “normal” to have a 10 mm endometrial stripe, especially after just starting HRT a relatively short time ago?
Hello. I see your comment was from 3 months ago. How did everything turn out for you? Hope all is well!
@Teiteiboo
Hello, and thank you for asking how it turned out. I ended up reaching out to Memorial Sloan Kettering, a cancer research hospital on the East Coast. It just caused me too much anxiety, and too many nights sleep. The surgeon I met with explained that performing a biopsy was a no-brainer, given the ultrasound and the symptoms I was experiencing, along with my recent bloodwork. She performed a biopsy on my endometrial lining, as well as a vulvar biopsy. Thankfully, cancer was not detected! Polyps were found and removed. The vulvar biopsy was to confirm a Lichen Sclerosis diagnose I had received a year prior, for which the same OBGYN advised against biopsy. At the time, I was prescribed topical Clebatasol to use everyday, for the rest of my life. I have CD8 cell insufficiency, and I had read that the continued use of Clebatasol was not advisable where a CD8 cell abnormality is concerned. Because of my CD8 insufficiency, and a strong history of both breast and brain cancer in my family, I have a much bigger fear of cancer than I do of Lichen Sclerosis, so I discontinued the use of the ointment once the rash cleared up. When I went to Sloan for the issue with the thickened lining, the surgeon suggested a vulvar biopsy as well. I was so relieved!
As with the vaginal bleeding, I was shocked when, the year prior, my OBGYN didn’t think a biopsy was necessary. The only thing I can think of is that she might have been concerned the biopsies would be triggering. I don’t know, but she is such a lovely woman that she must have been confident without performing the biopsy(ies) - and might have thought that I would feel more comfortable not doing them. Even though I expressed wanting biopsies, she assured me that I “would hate her” if she did them on me.
My experience at Sloan, particularly on the day of the biopsies, was wonderful. Everyone I met with, including the anesthesiologist, was very personable. Recovery was straightforward and followed the course I was advised it would.
Oh! Another great thing about the surgeon was that I didn’t even have to ask for an IUD. I had been interested in an alternative to oral progesterone ever since learning about the benefits from watching Menopause Taylor’s invaluable channel. Again, my own OBGYN refused, explaining that the insertion process was “painful” and that, additionally, I would “feel it” once it was inside. Well, wouldn’t ya know I don’t feel it inside me at all! The insertion was absolutely painless being that I was already under anesthesia. Any pain I had after the procedures was likely the result of the vulvar biopsy (hard for me to differentiate).
The result of the vulvar biopsy came back inconclusive for Lichen Sclerosis, siting “radioactive inflammatory changes”. My surgeon suggested continuing to hold off on the use of Clebatasol, until and unless I had a “flare”. It’s been a year since I was given the LS diagnosis by my OBGYN. No flares yet. Fingers crossed.
I’m giving a lot of information, hoping it might help you and others. Not going somewhere for a second opinion, while there was still a rash to biopsy, was a mistake on my part. I found this channel after that happened. If I had found Menopause Taylor before or during, I would have felt more empowered to advocate for myself.
Thankfully, I DID find this channel in time to advocate for myself when experiencing the bleeding!
Lesson I learned was not to participate in a game of Russian Roulette where matters of health are concerned. Get (insist on) a biopsy.
PS: My feelings regarding the OBGYN, who I have not seen since, haven’t changed. The best bedside manner I’ve encountered, just perhaps not an ideal fit for someone like me, who worries a lot and who appreciates a more conclusive diagnosis.
PSS: Typing on my phone. Sorry for all the typos/edits!
@@Nonyabiz370 so glad things are better for you now! :-)
Ready for class Dr Taylor! Your detail in this video is excellent! You go into very fine details with the procedures. It's long, but your breaking it down to layman terms is helpful...
I never had any tests, nope...Amazed me how the radiologist missed reading the ultrasound. Perhaps my doc saw more on the ultrasound than the radiologist. My She Shed was ripped out, along with egg crates. The pathologist found the problem my doc may have suspected. Still cancer free two years later...
Hmm, does next week's lesson include more avocados as props?
You are just so delightful, my dear Jeannette. I so enjoy your presence in class each week.
Great color on you😊You look so beautiful today! ❤
Thank you so much.
Isn't D&C illegal now? Can't any doctor who performs a D&C lose their license and go to prison for life now?
It's not an abortion, so why would it be illegal?
@@eek1759 when it's used for a fetus that has died in the womb it is an abortion. It is used most often for abortion. In both Texas & Oklahoma I believe it is illegal. I know that any procedure used to save a Woman's life is illegal & would cause a doctor to lose their license & go to prison for life. And life begins at conception without exception in both states.
No. It's a surgical procedure performed for any number of female problems.
@@leewhite-graham753 I should not have asked Dr. Taylor, and I knew better. I do not want to get into an arguement on a social media sight. But I have since looked up what is the legal status of the procedure in my state Oklahoma. The D&C procedure is illegal in Oklahoma because even if a pregnancy has not been diagnosed it will end any pregnancy that does exist. It is punishable by the loss of the medical license to practice and a 10 year prison sentence and this is with no exception for the life of the Mother. The blind office sampling is still available in Oklahoma as well as the camera because neither cause an abortion nor ever used as a procedure to save a woman's life after miscarriage.
No, D&C is not illegal.
You are confusing a "diagnostic" D&C with one that is done as a means of aborting a fetus.