Heavy periods and feelings of craziness!
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Hello Ladies,
It's been a while since I've been on the site. I feel so lucky to have found this forum, as it has helped me tremendously these last few years. I will be 47 in a few months. Lately my periods have been getting further apart (they used to be like clockwork). My last cycle was 65 days. I just recently started my period. It took a long time to start. It bgan with very very light brown spotting and after a few days I began to flow heavily with lots of flooding. I also am dealing with cramps and migraines (I feel like how I felt when I was a teenager and having my period!). I truly feel like I am going crazy. I have hot flashes and night sweats, as well. I feel like crying all the time!
My doc had said my progesterone levels were low, but I am not at all interested in hormone therapy. She wasn't really able to offer me any relief other than suggesting magnesium supplements (which I take regularly) and calcium with vitamin D. I am also taking a multi vitamin supplement. Ibuprofen has not really helped much.
I am hoping some of you have experienced these issues and can recommend some natural therapies to help me through. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much!
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Planet_girl sarah39816
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You are the same age as me and your struggles are similar.
I have just discovered bio identical hormone therapy and am booked in for a consultation. I also did not want regular HRT but there is no way I can cope with this for the next x amount of years.
Take a look into it, it might be good for you xx
sarah39816 Planet_girl
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Thank you very much for your reply. I did discuss bioidentical hormone therapy with my physician and we determined a natural path using supplements, exercise, and meditation would best the best route. I am trying to avoid this type of therapy for now. I hope it works well for you! Thank you again for your feedback. It is a comfort to know that you are going through the same things. Wishing you all the very best!--Sarah
Suki_girl sarah39816
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sarah39816 Suki_girl
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Thank you for your reply and for the detailed information. Should I ever consider bioidentical or traditional hormone therapy, I will most certainly do the necessary research so I am well informed. I had previously determined this was not an option for me. Again, thank you for your feedback. I appreciate it very much. Best regards, Sarah
Suki_girl sarah39816
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sarah39816 Suki_girl
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Thanks, Suki. Yes, I understand completely. Intercourse is very painful for me, too. I tried using natural oils like coconut and it does help some, but it can still be very painful. My poor husband understands, but it's frustrating for both of us to feel like we're too young to just stop having sex! We will not give up though!
I may consider a topical prescription cream in the future if I can't find relief any other way. I'm glad it worked for you.
The hormone fluctuations and feelings of craziness, along with heavy, long periods is what is getting to me right now. I seriously feel like I'm going insane. I just want to cry all the time. Right now I'm dealing with a very difficult period, heavy flooding and lots of menstrual cramps. I just keep thinking...when will this end?!
Thank you for writing and sharing your story. It helps me not feel so all alone in this! Hugs to you! --Sarah
Suki_girl sarah39816
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I use coconut oil on a daily basis (after every time I go to the loo). For intercourse I use Yes oil based lube - I find is dissipates less than the coconut oil. For extra slipperiness they recommend using yes water based on top of oil based (oil and water don't mix). I can't do that because water based lubes sting me. However, I found the best for slipperiness (before I started using the oestrogen cream) was pure silicone lube. Didn't sting me either. I used an extra thick silicone lube (I think it is meant for anal intercourse!). I can message you the make if you like.
sarah39816 Suki_girl
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Dear Suki,
Thank you for the information. It sounds like you have found some success. I will try some of your suggestions, as well. I am hoping as I get through perimenopause I will get some of my libido back as my hormones balance. That is really the bigger part of the issue--not having any desire. Your suggestions of what works for you to combat vaginal dryness is encouraging to me.
Thank you so much for your reply. It's very good to know others are having the same troubles and that I am not alone.
Wishing you the best,
Sarah
Suki_girl sarah39816
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Something I forgot to say - have you tried sea buckthorn oil? I have been taking that (oral capsules) for 4 years. There is some very good research showing that taking 3g of sea buckthorn oil as day improves the condition of the vaginal wall cells and is a viable alternative for women who cannot or do not want to have HRT. I took 1g three times a day, but used to forget the midday dose so now take 1.5g in the morning and before bed. I really believe it helped keep my vaginal wall healthy. I tried inserting it into my vagina too, but it doesn't smell very nice and is bright orange so left orange stains on my hands and clothes. It doesn't improve natural lubrication though, hence my liberal use of lubes.
As for my libido, it doesn't seem to have suffered!