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How long can the Menopause last??

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jess101
jess101

Hello ladies

Menopause started when I was 52 and today, at 65, I'm still having many of the worst symptoms. Hot flushes (flashes to you folks in the US) and running to the loo (bladder spasms) are bad enough but I've also been diagnosed with A F and had big problems with that, now under control with meds thankfully. 

Can't take HRT (family breast cancer issues) and nothing else really helped..given up caffeine and just have an odd glass of wine...you all know the problems, don't want to whine on about them!

The thing is, we know there are dozens of different symptoms the Meno.

can inflict upon us but I didn't expect still to have them at my age....has anyone else had a Menopause lasting as long as this??

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    My sister is 58 and still having hot flashes an sweats....she may not use any hormones cause she had a stroke...look into natural stuff there is a lot on the market
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      Thanks Michelle, will do, keep hoping for a miracle cure.  I'm sorry to hear your sister's had a bad time and like me, can't take HRT.  It's hard watching friends enjoying their drinks and treats when you're trying to keep things stable.  Jess ??

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