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What Causes Delayed Menstruation With Hot Flashes, Abdominal Bloating And Constipation?
Question: I am 45 years old for the last year had no monthly period only little spotting 2 times I have severe bloating hot flashes constipation. I have been irregular with my periods for the last 3 years last year I had 4 or 5 very heavy periods then would skipped the rest of the months I am very concerned about ovarion cancer or any type of cancer please let me know
Brief Answer:
Chances of any cancer less likely
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Not having monthly periods for a year is suggestive of the fact that you have attained menopause.
Hot flashes are a common symptom in the postmenopausal period.
Bloating and constipation can be due to many reasons like chronic constipation, less fibre in diet or sedentary lifestyle.
Ovarian or any other type of genital cancer is less likely.
I will suggest you to get a whole abdomen ultrasound done to evaluate any obvious pathology, if present.
You can also consult a physician or a gastroenterologist for proper evaluation and treatment of your complains.
I suggest you not to worry.
Hope you found the answer helpful. Please do get back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
Chances of any cancer less likely
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Not having monthly periods for a year is suggestive of the fact that you have attained menopause.
Hot flashes are a common symptom in the postmenopausal period.
Bloating and constipation can be due to many reasons like chronic constipation, less fibre in diet or sedentary lifestyle.
Ovarian or any other type of genital cancer is less likely.
I will suggest you to get a whole abdomen ultrasound done to evaluate any obvious pathology, if present.
You can also consult a physician or a gastroenterologist for proper evaluation and treatment of your complains.
I suggest you not to worry.
Hope you found the answer helpful. Please do get back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Sonia Raina
So with the severe bloating an spotting twice this year doesn't sound like ovarion canceri don't have no pain I want to eat all the time the cravings are awfull I am over eating but can't help it I have gain 7 pounds I weigh 122 pounds now I have always been petie my whole life the palpation are coming nearly everyday I have aan appt for Nov 27 for a vaginal ultrasound I an very worried thank u for replying to me
Brief Answer:
Get your blood sugar levels checked
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, no these are not at all the symptoms of ovarian cancer.
Excessive appetite can be due to diabetes, so I suggest you to get your blood sugar levels done.
Don't be worried, and the vaginal ultrasound will rule out any ovarian cancer.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
Get your blood sugar levels checked
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, no these are not at all the symptoms of ovarian cancer.
Excessive appetite can be due to diabetes, so I suggest you to get your blood sugar levels done.
Don't be worried, and the vaginal ultrasound will rule out any ovarian cancer.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
I guess what has scared me so is that the gybon that I'm seeing didn't want me waiting at all told me don't miss your appt an she going to stay over Wednesday the day before Thanksgiving to work me in an since you are a gynecologist what is the main symptoms of ovarion cancer or cervial cancer an they really wanted to do the vaginal ultrasound to c if my lining of the uterous has gotten to thick
Brief Answer:
Symptoms described
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Symptoms of ovarian cancer are ovarian enlargement , lump in abdomen, abdominal distension, loss of weight and loss of appetite.
Symptoms of endometrial or uterine cancer are heavy bleeding during periods, and bleeding between periods.
Symptoms of cervical cancer are bleeding in between the periods, bleeding after intercourse and foul smelling vaginal discharge.
I think you don't have any of these symptoms, so chances of cancer are not there.
You can get back to me with the ultrasound report so that I can further reassure you.
Moreover, cervical cancer needs local examination, as ultrasound will not be able to diagnose it.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
Symptoms described
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Symptoms of ovarian cancer are ovarian enlargement , lump in abdomen, abdominal distension, loss of weight and loss of appetite.
Symptoms of endometrial or uterine cancer are heavy bleeding during periods, and bleeding between periods.
Symptoms of cervical cancer are bleeding in between the periods, bleeding after intercourse and foul smelling vaginal discharge.
I think you don't have any of these symptoms, so chances of cancer are not there.
You can get back to me with the ultrasound report so that I can further reassure you.
Moreover, cervical cancer needs local examination, as ultrasound will not be able to diagnose it.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
I don't mean to b I guess u can say stupid but I have the abdominal distension very bad no pain but pretty severe abdominal pressure it ge5s to where I have to unbotton nmy pants when sitting that's what they r very concerned about an me not having a period n 11 months it will b 11 months in December an I'm. Truck driver me an my husband we travel about 4500 to 5000 miles a week an in just lost my dad to throat cancer have had a lot of stress this year
Brief Answer:
Ultrasound will give a clearer picture
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Don't be so worried. However, getting concerned about one's health is natural.
Abdominal distension can be due to ovarian lump, or prolonged sitting hours you have during your job hours.
The ultrasound will give the definite picture regarding any ovarian cancer, however I am still of the view that there are very less chances.
Not having periods for 11 months is not to be concerned about, its a sign that you have attained menopause.
I suggest you not to be too stressed as it will affect your general health.
The ultrasound and examination due will clear the diagnosis.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
Ultrasound will give a clearer picture
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Don't be so worried. However, getting concerned about one's health is natural.
Abdominal distension can be due to ovarian lump, or prolonged sitting hours you have during your job hours.
The ultrasound will give the definite picture regarding any ovarian cancer, however I am still of the view that there are very less chances.
Not having periods for 11 months is not to be concerned about, its a sign that you have attained menopause.
I suggest you not to be too stressed as it will affect your general health.
The ultrasound and examination due will clear the diagnosis.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Dr. Deepti Verma
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