Ultrasound results - fluid in endometrial canal

Hi - I am 52-year-old woman and approximately 10 years postmenopausal. I just had a diagnostic D & C due to a small amount of fluid being visualized in my endometrial canal on several ultrasounds (pelvic and trans). Pelvic exam was normal, and my endometrial stripe is approximately 3 - 4 mm. (My ovaries were not visualized on any of the US.) My cervix was very stenotic, and by GYN is hopeful that the fluid retained is nothing to worry about and that it was merely trapped by the closed cervix. I

[Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.]

Hi Cindy,
Thank you for your comprehensive information. It sounds like you have a wonderful GYN. I completely agree with the evaluation and testing that you have receievd. I also agree with what your GYN has told you. The most common reason for a little fluid inside the endometrial cavity is because of stenosis of the cervix. There is constant production of fluid and mucous in the female tract. If there is not an outlet to release the fluid, as in stenosis of the cervix, you will see a collection in the uterus. It is not abnormal for it to look a little bloody. If the D&C report is normal, you are all set. I imagine that your GYN will suggest to get a repeat ultrasound in a year. It sure is hard waiting for that report to come back! Take care.

[sk2006a]

Thank you for taking the time to evaluate my question!

Susan