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Question
I am 55 years old and have had diabetes for about 15 years. I was on oral
medicine, but have just started taking premixed insulin. In addition, I
still take
Actos
and metformin.
I've been on the insulin for three weeks and started to get my period
again, and it's been five years since I last had one. Is this normal?
Answer
This bleeding is not normal, and probably has nothing to do with your
diabetes. Postmenopausal bleeding needs immediate evaluation for any
precancerous condition.
In your case, I would strongly recommend that you see your
gynecologist for evaluation as soon as possible.
