Perimenopause/Menopause - My 6 Years On HRT Journey
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- Опубліковано 15 лип 2024
- I have been on HRT for 6 years now which transformed my life. Recently I had a check-up with a menopause specialist which showed that my hormone levels are still fine so I thought it would be a perfect time to do an update video about my HRT journey.
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I’ve been on HRT for 23 years. It is a lifesaver.
Great video Nisha! I started my peri when I was about 40/41 suffered for a year before I did anything about it. It was only the night sweats that turned a light bulb on and I thought MENOPAUSE!😮
When I went dr she was not happy to put me on HRT because I was"too young" and overweight 🙄🤬 I had to wait a whole year with horrendously heavy periods, bone aching, depression, memory loss, night sweats, total insomnia, I had to go to work every day feeling like this, I was a vertual zombie ! Life was not worth living my poor husband is a diamond, I don't know how he put up with me as I would often take it out on him. I went to dr and asked her if I could go back on the contraception pill just till I saw the consultant but she refused. I sobbed in front of her but still she would not help. When I did finally see the consultant he put me on HRT patches and like you Nisha within a few days I had my first sleep of 5 hours! , by the end of the week I was my old self again. Happy, gregarious, fun loving, energetic. I wept again - with relief. My poor husband then had to deal with this happy Harriet whose libido had gone into overdrive!!! 😊 It was clear sailing then for 15years. I was made to come off them because of breakthrough bleeding. I sobbed again knowing the horrendous life I would be returning to. As it happened the periods and other symptoms were milder but I was never the same as on HRT. Other things that can happen due to reduced oestrogen is bladder weakness ( stress or urge incontinence ) and prolapses of womb, bladder or bowel. My recommendation is as Nisha said GET ON HRT ASAP AND STAY ON IT FOR LIFE!
It is nothing short of cruel the way women have been left to suffer in the past and now if you have a bad gp!
I only wish I had been allowed that option to stay on it. I know my health, both mental and physical would have been greatly improved.
Good luck everyone who is on that hormone journey. ❤
62, been on HRT 12 years. No more symptoms, but staying on it for bone health. Doctor agrees.
Of course the Dr agrees. A patient cured is a customer lost.
I want to add a touch of caution on HRT. I was on it for nearly 18 years…..way too long but life was good and I didn’t want to upset the boat 😊 But, after missing a couple of mammograms I found I had breast cancer. The warnings you get from doctors along the way are real. Luckily it was only a 2cm mass and after a lumpectomy and radiation I have been fine for nearly five years. The surgeon and doctors all said my cancer was HRT driven. It has changed my life though, I am on calcium supplements and Tamoxifen. I don’t have the energy I used to have and my hips are creaky. Please get yearly mammograms if you are on HRT. 😘 I had no symptoms and certainly couldn’t feel that lump.
They don't give you yearly mammograms in the UK it's every 5 years which is disgraceful 😂
Yes I was on HRT also and developed breast cancer now I am on meds to deplete all hormones. It is worse thing ever I had to take. Be sure and get mammograms🌹♥️
how old were you when you started them? and then how old when you discovered lump? also i heard transdermal estrogen does not increase risk only oral? what kind did you use? anyhow glad you are better.
Was it ORAL estrogen? Thanks
@@lesleypingiori8006yearly mammograms are not necessary, it’s unhealthy, many cancers are found with sonograms or self breast examinations.
Sadly before the latest HRT research came out my GP said I should come off it. I’d been taking it successfully for a few years. It’s been horrendous ever since and I suffered with hot flushes and all the rest all over again. In desperation I asked to go back on it, but he said no. So please my friends, if you’ve decided to take HRT, and it helps you, STAY ON IT and enjoy life! Thanks Nisha for this frank conversation that we all need to hear. Xx
Thank you Nisha, I’ve been peri menopausal for about 3 or 4 years and on HRT for 2. I myself and other women I know have said we would rather have ten great years of life than live the next 20 yrs with what we were going through naturally (given the risks with HRT). I even wanted to create my own YT channel dedicated to this subject exclusively by chatting/ interviewing women from various backgrounds on their experiences with menopause. 🤪🙌🏼🤦🏼♀️ No one told me about this time of life. Yes it’s mother natures way of putting us out to pasture but modern life doesn’t allow us to do that as most of us work now into our 60/70’s. We need energy and clarity of thought into our old age. I’ve also noticed sugar increases the hot flushes - if that helps anyone out there. Thanks for raising awareness and sharing your story. ❤🙏🏼
I’ve been on HRT for almost 2 years and what a difference! This was a great and informative video Nisha! 🥰🥰🥰
What a wonderful thing you're doing by discussing this. I don't think many women know how much hormone therapy can help them. My symptoms were like yours except I had already stopped getting my periods. I felt so horrible I could barely function. No idea what was happening to me. I don't remember how I found out about HRT but once I did, wow! I educated myself (my doctor was no help) and found someone who prescribed them. It changed EVERYTHING. Women, keep going until you find someone who knows about it. It may take awhile. If your medical person is clueless, move on. This is your quality of life we're talking about. I'm in the U.S. and also pay out-of-pocket.
I’m 51 gone January and started hrt patches in November and exactly 5 days the fog in my brain disappeared and the night sweat just stopped it was incredible have a review soon but I can honestly say these HRT patches have changed my mood no fog don’t sweat and sleep is far better I still feel tired in the day . My skin has gone very dry but Hrt has been life changing in these few months for me .
On hrt myself. 2 years now. Best thing I ever did xx
Yes!!! Awesome video. I'm 41 and on 100mg Estrogen patches (surgical menopause). I started perimenopause in my mid 30s with hot flushes, sweats, brain fog and hormonal mood changes. Davina is brilliant.
I menopaused rather late; I was 56 when I had my last period . This was 2007 and before that, whew, I surely had perimenopause weirdness. I retired at age 49, no doubt because my fluctuating emotions made working in an office untenable. It's so interesting to learn that HRT is an option now for premenopausal women. That could have made a difference.
As it happens, at age 49, after reporting vaginal dryness to an ObGyn, I was subscribed vaginal estrogens instead. They did keep my "nether regions" happy, so no dryness and, even more important to me, a healthy urinary tract. Estrogen is so important to keeping the urinary tract toned. Frankly, when my US insurance ended, I sourced the estrodial/estriol vaginal insert pill from overseas because it wasn't affordable here in the States. Saved my darn sanity! But in early 2017, that option dried up. Oh, I wonder why? Could it have been a new presidential fiat, lol?
Ugh, I was crestfallen. I tried a Vitamin E suppository for vaginal moisture to limited success. Within two years, I started having feelings of prolapse and discomfort. I was desperate. The estrogen "down there" had been so important, so curative. I joined a prolapse Facebook group and a Brit there reported that her doctor prescribed an estriol cream to her before surgery, in order to prime her vagina. So, hooray, I found an online pharmacy that allowed me to purchase a generic estriol cream. It's been a game changer. Happy, happy. We women need estrogen!--especially "down there."
I can never understand why Americans don't demand better healthcare!! I know Obama visited Australia and UK and studied our healthcare and tried to bring it in, in USA (sadly, it was the first thing Trump scrapped to give the rich more tax cuts) but everyone pays a small 2% tax...no refund on it in the tax return, but it covers everything and everyone (so of course the rich don't want to pay their share, they get private insurance as their work bonus)... but it covers medicines, hospital, x-rays, emergency surgery, doctor visit... its only elective unnecessary surgery (like plastic surgery to get big boobs, a new nose ,etc) that you have to have private cover for....👍
I’m 57 and have no issues. I consider myself lucky.
Me too
Never been on HRT. 69yrs old had no problems really. No meds, whatever bones are strong, complete physical and I'm in great shape thank God.
That is amazing. Your a lucky lady. Wishing you the best.
Same with me aged 68.
Thanks so much for sharing this, Nisha! You’re right - so few women have talked about it until recently. I’m also on HRT (started in my late 40s), and am still in perimenopause. But it has really helped many of the symptoms you describe. So glad that you are feeling better! Isn’t it shocking how some GPs (even women!) know so little about it?!
Ive been on it for only 10 months so this video is perfect to watch. Thanks hun xx
Thank you so much for this, Nisha! I am 41 and feel less worried about menopause because of you! ❤
Thank you so much for this video!! Hope your having a wonderful summer!!!
A lot of women who tell me they 'sailed through' and never needed HRT will then go to tell me they take antidepressants or osteoporosis medication or have bladder incontinence. Hmm .... and that is better how?
A lot of people on HRT are describing other symptoms and complications. It does also come down to genetics, health and common sense. I knew after trying Wellbutrin for 2 days, antidepressants aren't for me. Exercise helps depression. Calcium and strength training help bone density.
Thank you Nisha for sharing your story. You are a true inspiration. ❤
HI Nisha, Very interesting and thorough chat about a very important subject. I found it all very interesting and really great information. I love it that you are willing to talk to all of us about this. Very much appreciated.
I just love watching you Nisha! I have been totally in the dark and wondering why no one talks about this. THANK YOU!!!!!!!
Well done Nisha!!❤❤
Nisha, thank you for sharing! I cannot imagine anybody but you who would look somewhat excited about entering menopause 😀! You are an inspiration❤
Great video Nisha. My 2nd time watching. Took notes this time. Thanks.
I so appreciate you doing this video Nisha! I am 56 and seriously thinking I should see another doctor to discuss me going on HRT’s. I always seem irritable, forgetful and have a low mood and this is just not me. I just hope it’s not too late as I am definitely in menopause. Thank you so much for sharing your story Nisha. Much love from Canada xo💖😘
From the bottom of my heart thank you nisha!. I've sat and cried watching this!. I've got so many symptoms that I didn't were even connected to menopause and because I suffer with depression all my gp offers is antidepressants which have never helped and as they never suggested menopause I thought it couldn't be that. As I have ❤❤❤no one to talk to I've talked myself into thinking I had dementia as my dad was diagnosed last year so I've been living through a nightmare but thanks to you hopefully I'll get some help and things will get better. ❤
@tiamaria123
Hi how are you doing now just read your post on YT .
Did you get the help you needed
I found Nisha’s first video about HRT a few years ago. I was going through the hormone issues. I thought i was losing my mind. Her video saved my life and sanity. I have been on HRT Pellet therapy for a few years now. I will never be with out it. It gave me my life back. I do agree , i wish insurance would cover it. So many women are suffering because of the cost. I pay 350.00 every four months for my pellets. Thank You Nisha for bringing this knowledge to women. Not enough women talk about it. Menopause is not a curse it is just life.
Thank you so much for advice and just taking the time to give of yourself
hi Nisha I was watching this video and I have all the symptoms you were talking about , I was asked to go on the patches but wasn’t too sure , but after watching this video I’m going to give them a try thank you for sharing with us this information ,, ❤ thank you so so much xx I’ll keep you updated on how I get on x
THANK YOU SO SO MUCH NISHA !!!!! My protocol is similar to yours (since 6 years) but I was not sure if I had to continue or not as it is an artificial treatment. I had a lot of doubts about it. Now you relieve me, your explanations are very clear. Thank you again, you are a wonderful person 😊 Hello from France ❤
I’ve gone through a similar journey Nisha! Not identical. However one thing remains the same and that is HRT is DEFINITELY worth it ❤! And now I’m also addressing the digestive challenges like you. I am currently spending time here at Vivamayr in Austria addressing my gut health! It was highly recommended and I’m finding it to be helpful! Xoxo 😘 Deborah
I want to thank you for this video! It is so informative! 🇨🇦
Thank you, lovely Nisha ❤
Thanks as always Nisha see you soon ❤
Amen sister! I am 49 and have been on HRT for a year now. It has been a lifesaver. I am on the CombiPatch which is a combination of estrogen and progesterone. Unfortunately, my insurance doesn't cover it....they will cover the pills but they were hard on my stomach.....I think the patches are safer as well....so I pay. Thank you for the great video! It does need to be talked about more. There is so much misinformation out there.....many of my friends are afraid to get on it.
THE best explanation of the problem on the internet! As a non- medical person, but a woman who has gone through it and researched the topic well! Bravo! And thank you!
I suffered horredously for 10 years with every symptom going! It literally ruined my life and changed me. I thought I had to just put up with it and get through it until fairly recently when it became much more talked about and the fear and risks of taking HRT were proved to not be as bad as was always thought. I've been on HRT for 1 year (The hot flushes were milder but the low mood and loss of interest in everything was still very much there) and it has literally changed my life! I would recommend it to anyone who is suffering as it is a total life changer, I feel more like myself again and so wish I had started it years ago x Also Nisha, I know I have said before that I suffered terrible bloating while I had a mirena coil fitted (15 years ago) and when I had it removed (a year later as couldn't stand the bloating and a friend of mine had hers removed because of the same problem) it stopped completely. I am now on progesterone tablet and estrogen gel and do not get any bloating at all. I wanted to mention this as I know that when you saw a specialist she said because you would still have to take progesterone in tablet form if you remove your coil, it will still cause bloating it hasn't in me x
Thank you Nisha, for being brave and sharing Great information and what your experience.
Thanks for watching!
Very well done video Nisha. I had a total hysterectomy at 45 so I had induced menopause. I was put on HRT immediately as my doctor heartily believed the benefits outweighed the risks. I've been on it for 25 years now with no problems. My twin sister went through the regular journey and she had so many of the symptoms you mentioned. She even developed anxiety which she had never had before. Thank you for saying every woman's journey will be different and they need to decide what works best for them. Glad you are doing well now.
Started at 46 i think with peri but then Drs would do nothing until you went in Menopause and hadn't a period in a year, started M at 53, on Hrt at 54, at 59 was told had been on on it to long and i was nearly 60! I stood my ground and they carried on giving me it, im 62 now and even in 4 years things have changed and they happily give me Hrt now.
Great video! I never had symptoms during peri menopause but had horrible symptoms during menopause. I have been on bio-identical HRT pellets for a couple of years and it has changed my life.
you have summed up the coming of perimenopause very well in all respects , let 's hope that in the future female hormones will be included in the training of our general practitioners .. very good video !🌺
I had no one to help me understand what was happening to me, over many years of symptoms no one talked about the change, I wasn't excepted by my doctor to take HRT as he said I could have serious side effect, he thought I was unwise to take it, I feel its so sad I had such a bad time on going for quite some time, I had a very heavy period for two years. I am so sad for my girls will go through this, at least I can support them. So pleased you are covering this subject well done Nisha xxx
Hey Nisha, I was just about to mention Dr Barbra Taylor. She is incredible and her book an YT channel. This period of our lives is tough at times.
This was very informative! I had my initial visit with a nurse practitioner on an online platform here in the states to get on HRT and I’m starting on the 2nd lowest dose of the patch, progesterone capsules at night and a cream for the vag. I’ve been in peri for about 6 years now ( I’m 51) and have had all the symptoms with some just starting to get worse ( hot flashes) I haven’t felt like myself in years and have had moments of suicidal thoughts every 7 months or so when my hormones tanked lower. I guess I’m one of the small percentage of women who have it bad based on your video. I look forward to starting this!!! I’ve tried everything under the sun so far natural and I feel it’s time to bring out the big guns.. I just can’t bear to have another year go by when I feel like a shadow of my former self. Thank you for letting me know I’m not alone.
Thank you so much for sharing! We all need to share and get this information out to help each others! I had very similar story!
thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!
Thanks so much for this Nisha!!!! We are living longer now and life expectancy has doubled since the late 1800s and hormone decline and all the negative effects on some woman but not all is very real!!!!! :*) They actually started the early HRT in the 1940s when life expectancy was increasing!!!! I have had consultation with Dr. Taylor and it was the best thing I ever did!!!!! My Mother had postpartum deppression after she had my brother and she was in and out of hospital :*( They did not treat her hormones she was given shock treatments and phsyciatric meds. Makes me so sad and she passed at age 62. Also hrt does not cause breast cancer. If you get breast cancer and its hormone related it can feed the cancer. Also, one out of three woman over 50 die of heart attack over 50 and one of 39 die of breast cancer. My stepmom was on hrt for 30 years and she passed of lung cancer :*( We are brave ladies!!!!
I’m happy to hear your story. I feel empowered to go to the doctors
Hi Nisha No doubt been a long 6 year journey had the good and bad times no doubt do not know much about the HRT to comment on only to say its has transformed your life as you say for the better you are an amazing lady who been through a lot of issues at the end you still come out smiling sweetie still keep us all entertained in your beauty and grace and you shared with us all along the way love to give you a big hug and cuddle for being you best wishes sweetie We live far away but feel like you are one of the girlfreinds sharing your thoughts Love Donna xoxo
Excellent video . Thank you so much . My doctor told me I was peri-menopause aged 35yrs and since I became menopausal I have gone to the doctor many times to go on HRT but they only want to give me anti-depressants which I don't want . I tried at first but I don't want them any more , they don't work for menopause for me . Your video has spurred me on to try again or even go private like you say . Thanks again Nisha 💗Xx
This was very informative. Thank you for sharing all that you’ve learned. I thought that I could only stay on HRT for a limited time. I’ve been on HRT for about four years now. Unfortunately I was prescribed estrogen only and about six months ago, began having heavy bleeding despite being menopausal. A scan showed endometriosis. A uterine biopsy, which was quite painful, was clear thankfully, and my doctor realized that I had never been prescribed progesterone which caused all of these awful issues. I’m now taking a combo of estrogen and progesterone and am still on the road to recovery. I wish I had researched for myself instead of trusting my doctor.
Same here, I had breakthrough bleeding , polyps and a small fibroid so was taken off them- if only I'd known about the progesterone I could have fought my corner! It comes to something when we have to research our condition to make up for the lack of knowledge our general practitioners (and consultants in some cases) have regarding our ailments and conditions. 🙄 - and that's when you can get to see them in the first place!!!
Thank you for sharing 😊I’m on HRT for 4 years now 🥰
My perimenopause started at 40 and it was awful. About seven years ago my GP gave me a copy of a study done on SOYA and the help it offers women at this time of life. My menopause is coming to an end I feel and will be 52 on Friday. My flushes, nightsweats and other symptoms were minimal due to the soya supplements I take. If you check out the Asian countries who naturally have a high soya diet - they do not suffer menopause! This blew my mind. SO - my reason for writing is to all those who for many reasons are not suited to HRT, look into the Soya option. After about 6 weeks taking my supplement daily I felt a difference. I take one hi volume capsule a day and would hate to have done menopause without it. Great health benefits. Don't just suffer ladies, there are options out there. Mines was Soya and it worked. Thank you Nisha for doing this video - it I'd so informative. I do wonder if I'm too late to ask my doctor - might help me boost my life back 10 years lol but as my symptoms are almost zero would I be considered I wonder. Do u need to meet a certain criteria? Any info appreciated ♡♡♡
Hi Nisha! At the age of 40, I had a hysterectomy because I had fast-growing fibroids! I had 6 pounds of fibroids and had no choice! The growth process would have continued if I hadn't done anything! But I was super happy because I had very difficult periods (dysmenorrhea). For me, it was a liberation! I've had fybromialgia since the same age! With all the side effects, I have no idea. I haven't had any menopausal symptoms. I've never been diagnosed with menopause! But I think I would have preferred menopausal symptoms to those of fibromyalgia (chronic pain, irritable bowel syndrome and dozens of other very unpleasant effects). I was and still am in heat! After a blood test, the doctor told me it wasn't due to menopause! Have a good week! xxx
I'm in menopause. I was on Prempro for many years, over 10. I developed blood clots in my left leg that were extremely painful. My doctor immediately took me off my HRT cold turkey, put me on blood thinners. Apparently the HRT played a big part in the clotting. Scared me into stopping HRT for good. I've been off them for a few months now and I feel ok....just feel my age more. Just my menopause journey.
I wonder if Suzanne Somers feels her age too, behind all the plastic surgeries and procedures.
I believe Prempro was one of the old type HRT tablets which sadly did cause clotting issues in some women. Doctors mostly now prescribe biodentical HRT in transdermal form (patches or gel) which is known to be safer.
That was a great video so needed most doctors male...have no clue of how we feel...they wake up the same everyday of their lives and think women just make these things up
Thank you Neisha. I was totally finished at the age 40 and full blown menopause, confirmed by bloodwork. I’ve tried HRT but never found anything worth continuing with, Lordy it’s been rough I’m now 70 and symptoms continue.
I had an early menopause at 34 ,I have been 0n and off with medication for years I don't take anything , I'm 66 and still get systems . I woul like to back on it but I don't think they would allow me to take it at my age .its come a long way , I would say , opinions differ .
Wow this is like listening to my own history. I spent 6 years having tests for MS with a neurologist, and on various meds Inc antidepressants. My GP point blank refused HRT for me because get migraines. This is not right. The patch and gel are okay because they avoid the digestive system.
I had to go private too and I also cried when the menopause GP said I could have it, because I finally felt listened to. I'd had all the same symptoms to you Nisha, and I also got Evorel patch and Utrogestan tablets. After 1 week I felt so much better. I've increased my patch size /dose too now, but it's all helped. I also had horrendous periods and 5-day migraines and this has reduced. So I also think it has been a Godsend. I also like restorative yoga (the relaxing sort, not the acrobatic sort!) and it helps with calming.
I have also had digestive issues; another symptom is an increase in food intolerance and digestive issues. Tinnitus is another random symptom - a whooshing sound in my ears like I can hear my own circulation plus itchy skin. I find magnesium flake baths also help as it soaks directly into the muscles. Vitamin D is also helpful and can help with boosting your estrogen efficacy.
I hope this insight helps everyone in case it might be relevant for others. ❤
I wonder if that's what going on with me. I have this internal vibrations feeling literally from head to toes along with chronic fatigue. I am 45 yrs old,my hormone numbers are all normal. But my symptoms all started after a covid infection. So its hard to say what's going on with me . But its pretty awful. Sometimes I wonder if I have MS or Parkinsons.
@@r-jproductions1343 it's definitely worth getting checked out, my symptoms started around 45 too. I had 5 MRI scans as they did find scars in my brain, but not in the bit that would mean MS. They were checking to see if the scars changed but they didn't, so that also ruled out MS. There's lots of info online about menopause now, Davina McCall has a great book too. And push your GP for help. I went through Bupa, which was £250 so not cheap, but at least I got sensible answers. I wish you lots of luck finding out what's going on 🙏
Thanks so much Nisha for this chat that all women should know but we need to educate ourselves also , but I think I need to go back to my doctor because I’m feeling not good at all I feel like I’m going nuts but I think I need a chat , but thanks so much for bringing this topic out and talking Thanks again xxxx
Jess hope you're OK.
Some things I would encourage.
Eliminate processed foods. Caffeine. Alcohol. Stress to the body.. get to bed early. Research what your putting on your skin. Deodorants contain endocrine disruptors that mess with your hormones. Make up, body lotions all have toxins in them. That play havoc with your hormones too. There's a few apps where you can scan the barcode of your beauty products and it scores them and gives you alternatives to try that aren't toxic to the body. Hydrate. Not tap water.
Good luck 👍💓
Take a digestive aid one a day at you heaviest meal. Then before you go to bed nightly in a small glass 1 tea of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of Braggs Apple Cider Vinagar, in 4 ounces of water.
Change your heavy meal to noon. Only eat very light at night no later than 6 pm.
Love your shows.
Wanda from Florida.
Great information...thx❤
Thank you ❤
I’ll never forget my Dr telling me that a patient she had was on bio identical hormones for 30 years then at 90 she went off them and she ( my Dr ) watched her totally disintegrate and go downhill . She said it was the saddest thing….
I’ve been on them 16 years .I’m 68
A lot of people die naturally before they ever reach 90. We weren't designed by God to live forever in this world, so I don't understand why a doctor would find that the saddest thing. With that being said I can think of 4 woman I know personally who well exceeded 90. One had 10 years of dementia lying in a bed @ a facility. One wanted to work until her dying day, then had a short illness and crossed over. Another woman is continuing to have health problems and is more than ready to leave this earth. Her daughter is somewhat burdened with her care. The other is exhibiting signs of senility, but still lives alone. She could sadly end up an accident waiting to happen.
I am 67yrs old..I can say 100% that my mental health deteriorates rapidly without my HRT..I cannot concentrate with brain fog and become agitated, I can't sleep,sweats are horrendous as is the anxiety that results from all of the above . I am Never going to stop with my HRT..No woman should have to go through these totally preventable symptoms of menopause.. There is one out there to suit everyone .
Men suffer from brain fog as well. How to be sure symptoms are truly menopausal🤔 I don't recall my elders shedding tears over it for the most part and there were a few issues. Are people less realistic these days? Has the onslaught of SM made things worse?
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I can remember my mom suffering terrible . I was young when she went through menopause , so I didn’t really understand, but my grandmother had to come over and help her . They just dealt with it and moved on .
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A friend of mine had massive heart attack at 60 and half her heart stopped working, makes me wonder if she was on Hrt would if had happened, but she still thinks Hrt is wrong to take.
Hi Nisha, Magnesium GLYCINATE is helpful for those WITHOUT constipation. The citrate had me running!
I'm one of those women who decided to do nothing. I regret it. At 63, I'm still dealing with hot flashes. I'm looking into starting HRT now. Yes, it isn't too late. Better that, than never.
Wow that's interesting at 61 I thought I was to old to start HRT x
@@annhall2331 Liz Earle Well Being helped her Mom get on hrt at 80 years of age!!!! Also Dr. Louise Newsoms Mother is still on hrt at 80 years old. Hope this helps!!!
@@annhall2331 I've been told the same thing-- that it's too late. I've been watching Dr Susan Hardwick-Smith out of Houston. She explains lots about it. (On UA-cam) Best wishes..
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I've been doing the intermittent fasting diet for the last 14 months and it's great. I eat within either a 6 or 8 hour period during the day, depending on how I'm feeling and fast for either 16 or 18 hours. For the first time in years I've lost weight and that's without any exercise, due to disability. I've got rid of my IBS and the best thing is I eat and drink whatever I want, no calorie counting or worrying about eating fattening foods. I do obviously try to eat good food to nourish my body but all in all this diet, if you can call it that, has been not only very easy to do but also has brought me amazing results.
Thx beautiful for sharing ❤
I am on high blood pressure medicine . I am a new subscriber to your channel I have watched a few of your videos and decided to subscribe to your channel. I am 50 years old be 51 on November 20th . Thanks for sharing your story about menopause
I got caught by the women’s health initiative… such a disservice to us women! I was just at the age to start on HRT, and that study came out and scared so many of us. When I discovered Dr. Barbara Taylor on UA-cam, I realized I had missed the boat, I had missed my window of opportunity. I have been having hot flashes for 20 years! At least one an hour! Believe me, if you feel you can go on HRT safely, I say, run and get some… It’s a sad thing when a woman loses her estrogen. Stay the course, Neisha!
Nisha, this video was outstanding and beautifully presented! I went through peri and menopause without any symptoms. But now I cannot sleep, I sleep maybe 2-3 hours per night and I am going out of my mind. I do not see my obgyn till next year. Do you think I should pay out of pocket and see if she can help me. I understand you are not a dr. but just looking for your opinion. You look absolutely beautiful!
In the US, they say peri menopause lasts ab 7 yrs.TY! My gmom warned us… ours start around 60 + lasts for 10 yrs. Thankfully it’s light hot flashes but expedited physical aging occurs.
I was in my 40s when I went into perimenopause. I had horrendous periods but luckily my insurance covers a gynecologist (US) who did a uterine ablation me, which removes the lining of the uterus. After that I never got a period but still had all the other symptoms of perimenopause because I still had my ovaries. He put me on HRT but got a lump in my breast after being on it for 15 years. I had a lumpectomy but after that I decided to go off of it. It took awhile for my body to adjust to it but I think I must have been in menopause by then because it wasn't too bad. I think all of women's health should be covered by insurance everywhere. On a side note I don't know if the play Menopause the Musical is in the U.K. but if it is and you get a chance to go you should go see it. It's hysterical 🤣
I am so glas you are feeling much better
I started periods at 12, last period at 59!! My doctor has offered HRT several times, but my mother's sister and mother both died from breast cancer, and I'd always heard it increases the risk of cancer, so I've just ridden it out without it. 3 yrs of hot sweats, brain fuzz, depression, and this year...my heater has gone out and I'm bloody freezing!! (It's winter in Australia now)... I've noticed huge changes in my skin, and after never having to bother, I have to moisturise morning and night, I wear make-up more often (because I've retired and for the first time in my life, have some time for Me!!) But also, I've noticed my hair is thinner 😢.....
I just started estradiol patch and oral progesterone nightly 5 weeks ago, and it has been amazing!!! It's completely taken care of insomnia, anxiety, heart palpitations, hair falling out, sore knee joints, etc. Godsend!
Nisha, this is off topic but I was looking back to see how long you’ve been on u tube and I saw you were doing derma rolling way back .I just started and was curious how long you stayed with it and your thoughts on results you saw.
Thanks!
Thank you. Such an informative video. GP’s really are not that interested. They put me through all sorts before prescribing Hrt including invasive scans. Wouldn’t consider prescribing unless 12 months clear of last period. If you don’t mind me asking, do the NHS cover the testosterone or is that a private prescription? Thanks again.
In my area they did but I know not every NHS trust will cover it x
I had irritable bowel much of my adult life Even though I've been a vegetarian and eating well. At a doctor's suggestion, I started taking low dose daily psyllium in the morning with breakfast, and that completely transformed me. Even though I got a lot of fiber in my diet from food, there's something about psyllium that just increases general motility without having a bad effect on gut bacteria. Funny enough, it was the progesterone in HRT that started revving up my irritable bowel again. And I've read up on it, and sure enough bloating and digestive issues are one of the main side effects of progesterone/ progestins, even if you're not taking them orally. For me taking HRT is much more positive than negative, but this is unfortunate side effect. My gut head improved so much over the years that I wasn't doing the psyllium daily anymore. I went back to that regimen along with every other night magnesium once I started having issues due to HRT, and it has improved immensely. FYI
I had terrible symptoms and have been in menopause for over 20 years!! I finally got a Dr helping me with HRT bc I have cancer in my family. I am just starting but I know this is for me and my Dr very educated on this . I was a complete basket case!!
Good luck, you will feel much better x
It is interesting to hear what others are experiencing, I’m 52 and feel like I’m coming out the other side of what hasn’t been toooo bad, yes I’ve had periods of anxiety depression and anger but I really want to do this au naturel if I can, but great that we have options ❤
Yes agreed! It appears many woman have bought into the notion HRT is a miracle to keep them young forever and I think they are sadly mistaken!
For me the sweating and flushing is unbearable without HRT. Trying to stay young was never a consideration.
@@essanjay8604 My condolences to you. Many are going around touting that they think it helps you miraculously lose weight and changes skin for the better instantly.
And they desperately want to get their hands on it for those reasons.
There are many advantages to HRT like protection against heart disease and osteoporosis.
@@GladBurgio What studies are you basing your claims?
Ive just started HRT .41 up to 44 crazy night sweats and flashes then as time went on waight gain ,i was size uk 6 not anymore, itchy skin head ,dry eyes ,no get up and go ,the list goes on .Im 45 and only started the patch and progesterone tab at night .
How is it working for you now?
Thank you for your video. I'm also on HRT, one of my problems was my stomach and digestion and I find out that I have thyroid problems. Thyroid gives us a lot of problems including digestion. My TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) was "normal" for the most of Dr. only a funcional Dr. understand what is happening. Kisses
Hi Nisha I'm watching you at the moment accompanied by a hot flush 😂 have to laugh or I'd cry 😂
It started with me at the age of 43....
And the doctor didnt take me seriously 😢and my family also found it difficult,But i felt very bad and very lonely 🥺 I am 60 now and i still have hot flashes🥴So it can really mess up your life ☹️
Loved this video. Thank you.
Unfortunately I didn’t take HRT, I wanted to but my GP wasn’t at all sympathetic, she’s also female ! Was offered anti depressants, but declined… How I wish I had more information at my fingertips years ago as I’m now 66, started peri menopause at the age of 43 and had my last period at around 51. Since then I have lost a lot of hair, ache daily, put on lots of weight and have continuous brain fog…. I feel very let down by the GPs and their lack of knowledge…. I wonder if it’s to late for me now? Wonder if I can still benefit from something??
It’s all so incredibly sad that in this day and age women still suffer.
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My worst period was after 52. I had hot flashes daily for 10:years . Now and then I still get one .
Thanks for telling your story Nisha. I cant take hrt as had endometriosis. I had hysterectomy at 38 due to many problems i had. I know have osteoporosis. As women we go through so much. Lesley
Sorry to hear that x
Wish insurance would pay for it. It costs me so much. Not sure how long I can stay on it. If men needed it, insurance would pay! I live in Atlanta , Georgia . Been on pellets , estrogen cream and progesterone pill for 3 years (I am 65).
Hot flashes, night sweat. Oh my 3 showers a night. I didn't stop periods till 56, so started HRT then. No one warned me ❤❤❤ sleep yes. No sleep. XxX my hrt isn't working anymore. Oh had my surgery, no cancer, Pollips gone. Have Multiple sclerosis i can deal with. Will deal with ❤❤❤
What brand of HRT is recommended?
I had a full hysterectomy about 25 years ago. I was told I’d be on HRT I was on it for about a month then that study came out and everyone was yanked off of it. My hair is dry my skin is premature aging and I have Osteopenia. I’m now 66 and feel like I have been hung out to dry. None of my doctors over the years have told me that they were recommending HRT again! I’m wondering if it’s just to late to start for me…
I've learned it's never too late to start HRT, even at age 80. I'm researching so I can get on it.
Update: A GYN started me on a compounded vaginal cream with testosterone and estriol. It has cut my hot flashes by 70% so far! It's been almost 2 months. The first week cut by 50%. And I got my mojo back lol.
Great to know. I am 67 and was on estradiol 1mg for 10 years then I stop taking it thinking I needed a break. I have not taking for 1 year and now thinking I might need it again. I will talk with my doctor. Love seeing more Women come out and talk openly about this, it was not talked about for way too long.
I don't normally comment but my story is identical to the lady below and I would like to endorse her words of caution about HRT. Nearly 20 years on HRT, started in my mid 30s because I had osteoporosis and HRT was one of the ways of treating it in the 90s. It worked and my bones are healthy. I fought to stay on it as I felt so well and did not experience any menopausal symptoms at the time I would have been going through the menopause. Then I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I could feel a little lump and asked for a referral. 100% HRT driven according to the oncologist. Thankfully just a mastectomy (that in itself is life changing in many ways) and Tamoxifen and it has not returned. That was nearly 11 years ago. Strangely I feel just as great without HRT as with it, but appreciate that not everyone feels the same. I do think its valuable but needs to be used carefully with regular check ups.
Im 61 and 20 years ago i went to drs with flushes low mood no energy low libido and i was given antidepressants and a bone scan on my wrists and that was it. Now i realise nearly all my problems were menopause but it wasnt talked about or acknowledged like it is now. I tell all the younger women around me dont suffer get on HRT. I recently started hot flushes again but i think its to late for me to get HRT now x
It's never too late. I went on aged 60 and felt the benefits almost straight away mood wise
I've been denied HRT due to having the BRCA 2 gene and family medical history. I was diagnosed with perimenopause since my twenties. It's been a very rough ride and I want to get off of it. Hormones? More like horror moans. If there is a chance for relief...bring it on.
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But even though some women are going thru menopause without symptoms doesnt mean that hrt wouldnt be beneficial . Like you said there is info coming out about the benefits of hrt and how estrogen effects so many things
In the US, at least in my area, some of the symptoms have our Dr's check thyroid. Lots of women here go on thyroid meds around this time. The brain fog and "laziness". About heart issues, my husband's daughter is 30 and was having some palpitations and shortness of breath with a huge history of heart issues and none of the doctors would address it!!! Said it was her lungs🤯