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A member asked:

My doctor wants to do a biopsy of the uterus because of its thickness. i'm 49yrs old and haven't had my period for 6 years. what's ehr concern?

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Biopsy: I think this is appropriate and is merely diagnostic. I would not be concerned until it is done.

Answered 10/13/2015

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Need 2nd opinion re whether uterine biopsy is needed for post meno period. U/S results: Enlarged uterus, 9.0x4.5x6.3 cm w/ heterogeneous appearing myometrium, possible adenomyosis is considered in right clinical setting. Endometrium normal 3 mm. ?

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I had an US of the uterus (after yrs of pain, during random times, period and sex) Thickened endo lining, measuring 186 grams. A complex area as well as fibroids were found. Im 36. What could this be? Having a D&C with biopsy done next month?

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Is it okay to have biopsy of uterus during period?

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Hi Doc I have been diagnose with fabroids on the wall of my uterus and my doc advise that I remove must remove my womb I'm not having a period for the?

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Uterus biopsy the doctor couldn't perform a uterus biopsy because it was tight. I have three natural kids. Is not suppose to be like that. What might cause to be that tight?

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