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dailep
dailep

hi just saw my doctor and she had suggested hormone eplacement therapy I’m 54 and I am in the middle of menopause. I knew the hot flashes and night sweats were increasing but I didn’t realize why I was feeling so anxious, depressed, tired etc any input to pros and cons would be welcomed. I am very weak conscious and definitely do not want to put on an extra pounds although maybe feeling a human again is worth a few extra pounds !!!

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  • joanne78005
    joanne78005 dailep

    Posted

    Hi HrT can releive symptoms and make you feel so much better once you find the right one to suit you ..most women at 50 plus use a patch or gel with progesterone in tablet suppostrie or merino coil ..you have to give it a good 6 weeks but see how you go. they check BP family history and as long as you lead a healthy lifestyle no reason why this should be a problem . i nave been on since 37 20 years i am 57 feel great ..had to switch a few times but got there in the end with trial errror ..good luck this group great for support but discuss with Dr and work with himas we are all individuls with what works for us ..

    • joanne78005
      joanne78005

      Posted

      ps weight thing as you will feel better you can be more active and start as you mean to go on ...i personally dont but i watch what i eat but for some ladies it can be difficult to start with good luck

    • dailep
      dailep joanne78005

      Posted

      Thank you. It Does seem that the benefits of women replacement therapy outweigh the side effects. After doing some research I think I will give it a try and start on a low dose . I appreciate your input and it sounds like it’s working great for you!!

  • maureen70469
    maureen70469 dailep

    Posted

    I've just started bleeding wondered if you had had a bleed while on femoston conti

  • joanne78005
    joanne78005 dailep

    Posted

    unfortunatly i have spotting bleeding all the time last 3 years under consultant had test scan biopsy all ok and u am accepting in a way now as getti g balance so hard i am on patches testogel but feel ok in myself ish , you do get low moods all part of the menopause but i will stay on HrT and still try work with my consultant t to get the right balance as i am intolerant to progesterone all trial error but hrt is a great benefit once settled down hope helps

  • maureen70469
    maureen70469 dailep

    Posted

    I've just spoken to my gp and she said if it doesn't settle down I will have to come off it

  • joanne78005
    joanne78005 dailep

    Posted

    that a shame you must do and go with what she says i have lots friends who bleed on HRT I AM LUCKY MY Gp so up on menopause and i work with a specilised menopause consultant at the hospital like i said we all individuals you must do what you think is right

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