Is Bleeding In Menopause Normal? Doctor Naomi Potter Explains

Bleeding during menopause? Find out when this is normal – and when you should see a doctor.🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihihUnexpected 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 bleedingFollow Dr. Naomi Potter below:Naomi’s Instagram: @dr_naomipotterNaomi’s TikTok: @dr_naomipotter00:00 – Bleeding in perimenopause explained00:32 – What bleeding changes are normal in perimenopause01:12 – When heavy periods should be investigated01:45 – Causes of heavy bleeding (fibroids, polyps, endometrial changes)02:05 – Bleeding when starting HRT02:35 – Unscheduled bleeding on HRT (first 3–6 months)03:05 – When bleeding on HRT needs investigation03:35 – Transvaginal ultrasound: what doctors look for04:15 – Treatments to control bleeding (progesterone, Mirena, dose changes)04:55 – When to contact your doctor urgently05:30 – Managing ongoing bleeding on HRT06:05 – Treatments for heavy periods (Mirena, medications, surgery)06:45 – How common abnormal bleeding investigations are07:15 – Most common cause of bleeding after menopause (GSM)07:55 – Where to find trusted menopause advice#menopause #perimenopause #drnaomipotter