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  • 01/04/2021

What is the most common cause of postmenopausal bleeding?

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Dr. Dr Kareemulla Shaik

Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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The causes of postmenopausal bleeding are endometrial atrophy (a thinning of the uterine lining), vaginal atrophy, fibroids, or endometrial polyps and cancer.

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