Hi all. I don’t even know where to start, can’t quite believe iv found myself on this path again. I was diagnosed with BC back in Nov 2021 had chemo and mastectomy etc and was put on zoladex injections for 19months, finished them a year ago and have been on tamoxifen ever since. Iv not had periods since starting chemo as that stopped them and then obviously the zoladex kept them at bay. 3 weeks ago I had a slight bleed, it was minor and was gone as quick as it came. Went to drs and got referred on 2ww. Had an vaginal ultrasound and have been for the results today. They said scan shows extremely thick lining 20mm!!! And tht i have cysts on my ovaries (he said the 2 things are not connected) I have to go back next week for a biopsy and a camera to look closer at the womb. I am absolutely terrified beyond words. That lining seems so thick and I can’t think of anything but the worst. Any words of wisdom would be appreciated xxx
Welcome to the forum @lucem
I am so sorry you find yourself on this path again. It is no wonder you feel fear with everything that you’ve already been through and such unknown.
Tamoxifen can affect the lining of the womb (uterus), known as the endometrium, which may become thickened. You’ve done absolutely the right thing by speaking to your GP about unexpected bleeding.
Occasionally, use of tamoxifen in postmenopausal women may cause polyps or ovarian cysts or, even more rarely, cancer of the womb. There doesn’t appear to be an increased risk of this type of cancer in premenopausal women taking tamoxifen. This is considered a rare side effect of tamoxifen, you can find out more about this here: Tamoxifen | Breast Cancer Now | Breast Cancer Now
Have you spoken to one of our specialist nurses before? They’re here to support you with any clinical questions or for a chat. You can get in touch with them here on the forum on the Ask our Nurses your questions board or on our helpline 0808 800 6000 which is open Monday to Friday 9am-4pm and 9am-1pm Saturday.
We’re thinking of you,
Lucy