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carlacupcake
carlacupcake

Hi everyone,

I recently joined this, my first ever forum, in the hope of gaining knowledge and sharing experiences on the strange symptoms I have been experiencing the last few weeks.

My first post focused on Anxiety and the possibility of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. It has recently been brought to my attention, there is a possibility my symptoms could be hormone related. Something I never actually considered.

Brief list of symptoms...

Fatigue (groggy and heavy type tiredness)

Brain Fog

Feeling detached and 'spaced out'

Weak and Shaky

Jelly Legs

Weak Fingers and Toes

Sensitive to light and sound

Sometimes feels like I have flu or a bad virus (even though I know I don't)

Light Headed

Light Dizziness

Easily tired out

Occasional Palpitations

Frequent urination (occasionally)

Anxious (more so than usual)

Brief History...

I have had anxiety issues, on and off, for many years and also hormone induced migraines. This year the migraines are definitely worse and so too is the anxiety. I had an 8 day brutal migraine early/mid September, followed by 8 days of severe brain fog/dull fuzzy head. I haven't been the same since. I'm also wondering if my symptoms are migraine related? I've had 2 full blood tests done and 2 urine samples taken. All came back normal/clear and healthy. I've also been to see an ENT consultant who ruled out an inner ear virus. He also checked my throat and balance. I had a full eye examination last week and my eyes are in great shape. I have an MRI booked next week and also an appointment to get an ECG recorder fitted for 48 hours.

My symptoms are so broad and general, it could be a number of things... I have even considered CFS. Now I'm thinking it could be hormone related? I feel more anxious not knowing what this is!

Is anybody experiencing anything similar?

Any replies/advice would be greatly appreciated x

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  • sandra63
    sandra63

    Posted

    You are so right Deena. I didnt say my true feelings for fear of being sectioned! For me the mental issues are the worst and so indescribable. I dread them returning. I think all women going through this should ring ahead and get their doctor to read this forum before the appointment, at least you wouldnt feel 'mad' when describing what is going on. Big hugs to all the ladies, keep talking to each other. xxx
  • heather70113
    heather70113

    Posted

    Hi I have seen a menopause specialist who has said if you go on hrt in the early days the risks are low. I've been prescribed it but haven't taken it yet but think I will. Don't be fobbed off by doctor a lot don't know what they are talking about a regards menopause.
    • nicole70701
      nicole70701 heather70113

      Posted

      I read the same thing. I was prescribed estrace 2mg per day, the highest dose and they say start low. Iwil talk to my gynecologist. I am 50 years old and can't stand it anymore. Are you taking 2 hormones or just estrogen?

      I am nervous to start taking it but desperate at this point, I still have a uterus but had an ablation so no regular periods, I just feel like I'm going mad.

      Thanks for sharing, I also read to take one low dose aspirin 60mg before you swallow estrogen and one 60mg right after, protects heart attack and strokes, New reasearch

      Good Luck, thankful for this site

      Nicole

    • jayneejay
      jayneejay nicole70701

      Posted

      nicole 

      If  you go down this HRT route ..

      Vit B6 helps absortion of HRT ..

      a good B Complex will help you anyway ... Like Mega B 100 mg complex with at least 100mg of B6 in it ..

      and B12 hun.. Like Jarrows B12 5000mcg cherry red label

      we lack these B's 

      i had a 9-10 year peri and aged 50 now and just reached post menopause 

      I would leave the asprin alone ... as it affects stomach lining

      jayxx  

    • nicole70701
      nicole70701 jayneejay

      Posted

      Hi jay

      they have coated stomach guard low dose aspiring can help long term for heart attack and strokes, doesnt see to bother my stomach and Dr Oz recommends it for everyone 50 and older lol! Guess I like Dr Oz

      Anyhow you are right about nsaids

      thanks

    • jayneejay
      jayneejay nicole70701

      Posted

      hi nicole

      oh thats fine..

      when you just said asprin, i was thinking full nasty asprin uncoated etc 

      yes the baby time release coated  are beneficial, thins the blood does asprin

      my mother takes one shes 83 😊

      i dont take them yet 

      jay xx

  • lisa326
    lisa326

    Posted

    Hya everyone....well...i dont want to leave the house,i feel physically so il and as usual keep it more or less to myself as it does become a little boring my partner always hearing me go on about menopause.Thats the worst part i think,....i cant even write on here properly,empty head syndrome.

    Does anyone else feel like theyre a totally different person to who they used to be,i do,

    • nicole70701
      nicole70701 lisa326

      Posted

      Hi Lisa please read my post and go see a gynecologist who has knowledge of hrt. Depending on your age, You have nothing to loose

      Take control, talk it out, do your reasearch on the benefits and maybe give it a try?

      Nicole

  • Sandy07
    Sandy07

    Posted

    Yes totally different. Feel unable to do things by myself due to a lack of self confidence brought on by the dizziness. Very difficult to tell others how you feel. Thankfully my family have been quite tolerant but I feel guilty all the time for not being able to do what I used to. I know my husband would love to travel now the kids are older but can't because of me. He doesn't say anything but I feel so bad for denying him the experiences he was looking forward to for both of us. Don't know if it will be of any help but I have been reading ' natural solutions to menopause. She specialises in women's heAlth and there is loads of info in the book. I'm going to try making a few of the changes she suggests and see if it helps. I'll let you know how it goes. Xx
  • anxiousface
    anxiousface

    Posted

    hello mooma, i feel exactly like you my confidence to go out far has gone due to the dizziness. i only manage about 3 shops in town then im dizzy and feel sick as if iv been spun round slowly, my eyes feel like there being pulled out of my head do you feel this? like you my husband us to love his holidays and at this age when my son has now left home we should be going out and doing what we want to do but i would get anxious and couldn't do it so he misses out and i feel so guilty about it but he's so good and never says anything to make me feel bad. I will look for that book and have a read. I could cope so much better if i wasn't dizzy but it spoils so much. hope we get through this soon and get our life back. take care mooma. sending you a comforting hug x
  • chris78556
    chris78556

    Posted

    Me too. I am completely unrecognisable , completely differe to what I used to be like I have zero confidence i how I look, continually doubt myself when making decisions, crying most days for no reason, I think things like I want to stay in bed all day because then I wouldn't have to see anyone or do anything. No one tells you this is what to expect so you end up thinking you are barmy. I am also considering hrt but scared in case doc won't help me as last time I went he wanted to give me anti depressants. Please ladies keep posting so we know how you get on with the lifestyle changes and or Hirt whichever you try. I'm going to try acupuncture as I've heard it can help. Take care all, have a good weekend x
  • anxiousface
    anxiousface

    Posted

    hello chris, let me know how you get on with acupuncture as I've thought about trying it but not found anywhere local yet. I do have regular reflexology and reiki which has helped me enormously and i now listen to meditation music even in the car. take care also and have a good weekend x
  • chris78556
    chris78556

    Posted

    Will do. I've got an appointment next Wednesday and then the week after too so fingers crossed it will help, I'll post what happens. Take care x
  • dawn87621
    dawn87621

    Posted

    Hi everyone - I've found yoga has helped me a lot, both with the joint aches and my anxiety - it really does calm me down. I started off with a DVD at home just to see if I liked it and to get used to the moves. I then found a local class in our church hall - it's been great. Amazing how many ladies there are suffering in the same way!! I've also found the breathing exercises really help when the anxiety kicks in so I don't suffer with dizziness as much as I used to. It may not work for everyone but for me it's better than taking the pills. Xx
  • gilly48
    gilly48

    Posted

    Hi - I'm new to the site, I'm Gill, 48 and I've been having nightsweats for 4-5yrs now with the odd day flush, my periods were spreading out but have started getting heavier and a smaller cycle (currently at 26 days). I found skipping sugar really helps the sweats, I find giving up coffee impossible but do try and have the odd ay off, I also find exercise really helpful with managing anxiety (wich has been out of order for c5yrs but I've had a dreadful time of it personally so its hard to ascribe that to perimenopause) . My weight is awful (13st 10 last time I looked and I'm only 5ft 3") and I find dieting near impossible altough I never had any problem with my weight before I hit 40. I have the odd diazepam, one or two every 4-6 wks when its "one of those days" when I find it impossible to "come down" and I have the odd stiff drink when I barely used to drink at all. I have also put my foot down more re the amount of stress I allow in my life and try to make more time for myself to have a bit of peace - I know when I'm gritting my teeth that I'm way overdue a day at the gym & spa! Best £30 a month spent ever. If anyone has any tips for losing weight, I'd be very grateful. I'm also interested in HRT - do my symptoms warrant taking it or am I doing ok without?
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