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Im post menopause, pap smear normal but was told my uterus looks inflamed, have bacterial vag, need a hysteroscopy, any other way around this?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unclear: Bacterial vaginosis can cause vaginal discharge but not an inflamed uterus. Hysteroscopy is done to evaluate the endometrial cavity. I would clarify with your gynecologist what the problem is exactly and then discuss options on how to evaluate the problem.

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

Answered 9/15/2016

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A member asked:

Im post menopause, pap smear normal but was told my uterus looks inflamed, have bacterial vag, need a hysteroscopy, any other way around this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

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