Patient's question:
I am 58 years old this year, and I have been menopausal for three years. The other day, when I went for a physical examination, I was found to have endometrial fluid. Will it heal on its own after menopause?Doctor's answer:
Uterine effusion can be divided into physiological and pathological types. If it occurs after menopause, it may be caused by pelvic inflammatory infection, which is quite dangerous. It may repeatedly flare up at any time, requiring active treatment. Antibiotic treatment can also be initiated as soon as possible. Typically, postmenopausal individuals do not have uterine effusion because the uterus and ovaries have atrophied and no longer secrete hormones. However, prolonged estrogen stimulation may lead to excessive endometrial hyperplasia and even malignancy, which needs to be taken seriously. It is essential to seek medical attention promptly for examination to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment.