Use of estrogen without also using progesterone. History of breast or ovarian cancer. Family history of endometrial cancer. History of uterine polyps, menstrual cycles without ovulation, or other signs of hormone imbalance. Previous pelvic radiation therapy.
Examinations are especially important for women with risk factors listed above.
Obtain medical care for any uterine bleeding or spotting after menopause. Good general health measures to control diabetes, high blood pressure and maintain ideal body weight. Older patients and delayed diagnosis have a poorer prognosis. Those complications that involve major abdominal surgery or invasive diagnostic testing. If bleeding is untreated, severe anemia may occur.