Bleeding After Menopause? Don’t Ignore This (Endometrial Cancer Warning Signs)

If you’ve had bleeding after menopause, even light spotting or brown discharge, this episode is for you.In today’s Gyno Info, I’m breaking down exactly how I evaluate postmenopausal bleeding, when to worry about endometrial cancer, and what the updated ACOG guidelines say about ultrasound, biopsy, and next steps.Postmenopausal bleeding means any bleeding after 12 months without a period — and yes, even one episode matters. About 1 in 10 cases are linked to endometrial cancer. The good news? When we catch it early, it’s often very curable.I’ll walk you through the real risks, what testing actually looks like, and when you can feel reassured.If you’re experiencing postmenopausal bleeding, please don’t ignore it. And if you’re a clinician, this episode walks through exactly how I apply the latest guidelines in real life.Let me know your questions in the comments — I read them.You can write to us at [email protected] follow us on Instagram @gynoinfoRemember, any questions that I answer or information that I give you on this podcast are to be understood as information only, not treatment of your medical problems. While I'm a very knowledgeable gynecologist, I'm not your gynecologist who has talked to you and examined you personally and is therefore actually able to treat you.So please consult your own healthcare professional with any medical questions or concerns.