In memory of Chaya Mirel bat R’ Avraham

In memory of Chaya Mirel bat R' Avraham

Endometrial hyperplasia post-menopause
October 16, 2020

Question

Is a 66 year old woman who has bleeding or spotting due to a medical condition (complex hyperplasia of the endometrium with atypia) considered to be Niddah? Thank you.

Answer

This bleeding or spotting is uterine. Therefore, a woman who experiences bleeding in this situation may become niddah.
Time in niddah can often be minimized or avoided, though, by taking precautions in accordance with the laws of stains (e.g., by wearing colored undergarments). For more information on these halachot, please see our articles on stains and toilet paper. Then please get back to us with any follow up questions.

 

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