Perimenopause,then pregnant now worst symptoms of perimenopause
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i was already in early stages of perimenopause,fell pregnant by chance,had a difficult birth but a healthy child.i had post menopausal dwpression/anxyety disordee..and after a year trying herbs and co,i took antidepressants for a year.im off that since 4 months now,so im certain its not some withdrawal symptom..but my peri menopausal symptoms just sky rocket.(i birthed 2 years ago)...so now i sweat and wake up like 2 to 3 times each night,have hot flushes and sweat like every 2 hours,and am irritable or super stressed or depressed alot..moodswings hello...plus aching joints like an old lady,headaches, and all that heat inside burning me alive...plus im more fearful,more over cautious,not at all the adventure seeking girl i was. ..lowest sex drive,and constantly wondering if im a case on my own....my partner has a hard time to grasp it(me)..im only 46..and yes had sky rocketing cortisone levels and burn out after birth. any one...?
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Finkyb isa36413
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Hi isa,
your symptoms definitely sound as if you are perimenopausal. I agree that whilst antidepressants can cause withdrawal symptoms, 4 months down the line would seem unlikely. Antidepressants may have been helping some of the perimenopausal symptoms as well, so now you are off them you are seeing some symptoms return. Have you had a chat to your doctor about this? They may want to rule out other things that can cause similar symptoms, such as thyroid problems. Maybe keep a symptom diary so you can see if they have a pattern. Unfortunately peri can last for a number of years and being 46 would be considered a 'normal' age to be in perimenopause. You certainly aren't alone and you will find great support from many ladies who understand your struggles. Let us know ow how you get on, wishing you all the best,
Finkyb