Need a message of hope, perimenopause anxiety

So sorry you are going through the anxiety part of peri. Have you tried Rescue Remedy? It was the only thing that helped mine. I wish I had found it sooner.

Im am sorry to hear this. I have been peri for 7 years and it is awful but those symptoms probably will pass and others will take their place. I tried low dose birth control myself and it made me feel worse. The only thing that I have found that helps is diet. cutting out processed foods and eating healthier which is really hard when bad moods make you want to eat ice cream and chips. but I stuck to it. Its easier in the summer and now I am managing ok except around the time of my periods. Mine were very light for a long time too and now they are so heavy and come with labor like pains. Never know when they will come either. Its not a fun journey. I really hope yours levels out soon. 

I went through that at 41 complete insanity 

And leveled out after many months but the panic anxiety I had to learn to live with. 

Now I’m going through it all again at 52 trying to get through it best I can .

Im also sorry you are going through it too. I had bad anxiety that started at 40 and didn't settle until I turned 46, that was 10 months ago. I still get anxiety flare ups but not as bad as it was before. I tried many different things, natural things, a short round of anti depressants, every supplement anyone would suggest, followed a very healthy diet and lots and lots of excercise. Really I'd say the only things that helped was I completely stopped any caffine and the excercise ( yoga helped a lot) but even then it was rough. I think a lot of mine was adrenaline rushes and the longer I went through it I clued into that...believe me I know how horrible it is. I think I had it for longer than a lot of woman, I truly hope yours passes through quicker.

Hi dramisha

I understand. The anxiety has always been the worst part for me, it can be debilitating. I have had that for a very long time, as I've always had hormone and thyroid issues. What helps me is as follows:

1. Bhrt (utrogestan, sandrena, tostran)

2. Over the counter kalms for day and night

3. Mindful meditation (I use Headspace app every day if possible

4. Yoga once a week

5. I've changed my diet so no more processed foods

6. Exercise. I can't say enough about the difference this has made. Anything cardio seems to work the best. I run 3 times a week and try to walk each morning

7. Fresh air.... Even if you don't feel you can, shove yourself out the door and breathe

8. Reach out wherever you can, to anyone supportive whether that's family, support group, forum, doctor, anyone

9. I have acupressure once a week

10. I have just started hypnosis which does seem to help

11. If my meds dont suit, don't work, don't agree with me I head back to the GP. I don't care if I'm whinging!

Even with this list, it's still hard - there's no easy way. It is manageable and I find that these things go someway to help or at least distract me. I hope this helps, but stay positive, there is hope. I've been in this particular boat since I was 16. You will get through it... You may just have to change things up to be able to accept it. ? Xx

Dramisha,

I experience all of this and more.  The anxiety and panic are the worst.  Tried Bio identical hormones, AD’s, Anti anxiety, natural supplements and more to no avail.  Do you get a strange head  pressure at times that makes you feel super anxious?  I get these what I call “head spells” on a daily basis just about.  I also have dizzy/ balance problems.   I am 56.  I started out peri menopause at age 48.  About 2 1/2 years ago, the dizzy/ balance spells started along with the head spells.  I had a doctor tell me I’m getting silent migraines.   I find that, eating well, exercise, and getting enough sleep and stress reduction is the best to help the symptoms.  Also, a good network of friends to talk to about it helps a lot too.  Good luck!  Nettie 

Have you tried OTC sinus meds for tension headaches and ear pressure?  It could help as I have had sinus issues this last month related to those headaches.  I don't have TMJ but sleep with a night guard-- could that help with TMJ?  I also take spirulina every day and it seems to help with anxiety-- you might want to look into it.  If I feel extra anxious about something I take a 'rescue remedy' lozenges.  Otherwise, I just try to take it day by day being kind to myself.  Hopefully it will pass!!