Is an endometrial thickness of 0.8 cm after menopause serious?

Nov 14, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
In general, whether an 8 mm endometrial thickening after menopause is serious needs to be comprehensively evaluated based on the patient's specific symptoms and risk factors. Daily maintenance of external genital hygiene is recommended, including washing with warm water and frequently changing cotton underwear to avoid unclean contact that may lead to infection. It is important to maintain a regular作息 (daily routine), avoid excessive fatigue, and reduce intake of high-sugar and high-fat foods in the diet.

In general, whether an endometrial thickness of 0.8 cm after menopause is serious needs to be determined by comprehensively evaluating the patient's specific symptoms and risk factors. The detailed analysis is as follows:

If the endometrium measures 0.8 cm thick after menopause, but the patient has no symptoms such as abnormal vaginal bleeding, unusual discharge, or abdominal pain, and has no risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, or a family history of endometrial cancer, and imaging shows no abnormal endometrial echoes or other signs of lesions, this situation is not considered serious. Regular follow-up examinations under medical guidance are sufficient to monitor changes in endometrial thickness, and immediate invasive interventions are not required.

However, if the endometrium is 0.8 cm thick after menopause and is accompanied by irregular vaginal bleeding, bloody discharge, or multiple risk factors, and imaging reveals uneven endometrial echoes or suspicious masses, this situation should raise concern. Endometrial pathology cannot be ruled out and is relatively serious. Further diagnostic procedures such as diagnostic curettage or hysteroscopy are needed to determine the nature of the endometrium and initiate timely treatment.

In daily life, maintain good external genital hygiene by washing with warm water and frequently changing cotton underwear to avoid unclean contact that may lead to infection. Maintain regular作息 (sleep patterns), avoid excessive fatigue, reduce intake of high-sugar and high-fat foods, and engage in mild physical activities such as walking to maintain a healthy body weight. Follow the doctor’s recommendations for regular gynecological check-ups to stay informed about your health status, and seek medical attention promptly if any symptoms arise.