I’ve been diagnosed with atypical hyperplasia at the upper end of the scale with a small focal point of abnormal cells. After an MRI they have staged it at 1 1a (at the most). I am not peri or menopausal. They wanted to do a hysterectomy but we are trying progesterone tablets and I had a coil fitted about a month ago.
I’ve been on progesterone tablets since the beginning of November when diagnosed and am due to stop the tablets on Monday with the aim of letting the coil do it job, however I’ve been bleeding for the last 16 days. My nurse has suggested I continue with the tablets and give the coil time to settle in, but I’m wondering if it’s better to stop the tablets and clear out my womb. I’m struggling to get hold of my nurse to understand whether I continue or stop the tablets. Has anyone been in a similar situation?
Hi Cherry
I am sorry to hear that a small amount of abnormal cells were found during your diagnosis of atypical hyperplasia. Atypical hyperplasia can be seen as a pre cancer condition that may in time become cancer. It sounds like this has happened in a small focal point and that is why they initially offered a hysterectomy.
For ladies with a low stage and low grade cancer then the hormonal treatment that you have been on can sometimes be used.
I would not advise you stop taking your medication without speaking to your consultant/nurse. I would be concerned that you would potentially risk more areas developing. If you can not get hold of your nurse over the weekend, I would suggest contacting your GP for advice on Monday as to whether to continue or to stop.
Jane
