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Does Metformin Cause Spotting?
I was told by my gynecologist that, even at the age of 48, my labs show that I am post-menopausal (I did several rounds of IUI/IVF treatment, unsuccessfully, to try to become pregnant in my mid-40s). She said that if I EVER experience vaginal bleeding, I should go straight to the doctor. I had some spotting today--Is it possible that Metformin (500mg BID begun about 4 months ago for insulin resistance syndrome) could be causing this spotting?
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Hello,
Female patients initiated on metformin therapy should be aware that any changes to their menstrual cycle following metformin may indicate endometrial disease. Please visit your clinician.
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Take care
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Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
Female patients initiated on metformin therapy should be aware that any changes to their menstrual cycle following metformin may indicate endometrial disease. Please visit your clinician.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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