I’m crying right now because this information is SAVING MY LIFE. (I’m not exaggerating.) No doctor in the U.S. knows this information. I have been dealing with SEVERE menopausal transition symptoms for 6 1/2 years but didn’t know it was menopause. I HAD TO QUIT MY JOB! I’ve been to so many specialists. NO DOCTOR EVEN THOUGHT TO SUGGEST MENOPAUSE. I started reading the latest medical publications, taking CME classes, listening to medical podcasts. You know who final figured out my symptoms were menopause-related? M E !!! That should never happen. Now that I know WHAT is going on, I am still searching for a doctor who knows anything about HOW to help me. They don’t exist. SO, I CAN’T THANK YOU ENOUGH. At least now, I can tell my specialists what to do. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
You have my same story as well 4 years into being sick had to quit my job and also have been diagnosed by so so many doctors with everything u can think of FINALLY I paid to have my hormones checked and well let's just say I have zero testosterone in my system my hormones were so low they hardly register at all I just started TRT 2 days ago and I'm praying for a miracle
I hope you have found a good doctor that listens. I myself still looking for one that listens and willing to manage my menopause long term. Its definitely very frustrating...
You are one amazing woman/doctor. You helped me decide to go for the HRT which I was so worried about. I have an amazing doctor who mentioned to me I am probably going through peri menopause after I thought I was going mad with all these symptoms. This was the best one hour video I watched. You have made it so easy for us poor women to understand this transition in our lives. Thank you so much xxx
This is the best video on HRT summarising all the important information every woman has to know before and entering menopause. If UA-cam wants to do good, this video has to be in the suggested videos for all women. In fact it has to be on BBC and all major channels as it contains the most up to date information on HRT and standard of care only a few women receive
After 12 years of suffering bad symptoms I have just gone onto patches and I feel marvellous, I have finally started to sleep all through the night with out being woken up with night sweats 3 to 4 times a night . I can wear ordinary clothes without having to worry about sweating with flushes during the day . I feel human again .thank you Dr Newman . When I went to the doctor years ago they just wanted me to have antidepressants !
Thank you so much for all this information, it was very helpful, I'm heading straight to your website to find out more. I'm 66 and was discouraged from taking HRT when I was actually going through the menopause because of health scares, I started taking HRT about two years ago for certain symptoms and feel so much better, I want to continue taking it for as long as I can. You are amazing, please keep up the good work.
I wasnt encouraged to go for hrt and im wondering if at 70 i could still try it. Vaginal atrophy is a huge problem to me. What happened with this for you? I wish i had a good doctor.
Life changing, I've shared with every peri and post menopausal woman I know. You are a beacon of light and hope. Thank you so much for being such an ambassador and throwing yourself into showing women there is another way through it all. x
DR Newson you are amazing! Listening to your advise makes me feel it's not the end of the world for menopausal women. I wish my dr was as warm and understanding as you. Thank you for all the info.
dalesse I found you by accident. Had no idea there were videos on this subject. You are a Godsend! You actually help me understand all my fears of HRT and other female issues. Thank you so much for helping all of us. I am going to be very proactive to get the help I so badly need. I now understand and I feel so confident in your advice and knowledge. Bless you !!
Dr. Newson, I want to thank you so so much for this very informative piece on HRT. I am an O&G trainee doing my final MRCOG part 3 next week and HRT management and counselling is one of my biggest down falls. After watching this video, I now feel much more equipped to deal with this topic if it comes up on the exam but more importantly I feel more confident in managing women who need HRT. Thank you so much for this wonderful teaching. It will transform my future management. Take care. xxx
Thank you so much...iv made an appointment to get HRT....I started going thru peri at 40 when the doctor took me off my contraceptive pill....and im 45 now....iv only had 1 period a year since I was 40 and symptoms have been getting worse over the last 5 years.....I really need HRT or I'm going to have bone problems soon....I can feel it in my hands....I dont want to die early just because my doc didn't tell me all this x
Dr Newson thank you so much for your time and your fantastic work. Great educational video . This theme it's so important and should be widespread around the world. I don't understand how menopause is still such neglected theme. I am experiencing a great perimenopausal symptoms and till now I didn't not nothing. I wasn't informed at all during my studies at the university. Please, keep going with your great labour! You are an excellent example for another professionals. It's very nice to someone thinking out of box. Gongratulations !
Im so glad I saw this video, definitely helps me with my ongoing menopause symptoms.Thank you Dr Newson for empowering women to look after themselves during this stage of life. More power to you and God bless
Dr Louise, You're a breath of fresh air!!!! Easy to understand and so guinue and supportive!! I wish you lived in Canada. Thankyou so very very much for shredding the light on such an desperately need topic for women and their overall health and well-being!!🙏🙏❤
You are by far the kindest and knowledgeable DR. I have listened to in my whole life. Honestly amazing!! I’m so sad that I can not be a patient of yours as I reside in Canada. Thank you, thank you , thank you!!!! 🙏🙏🙏👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🥰
I can't express my gratitude to you after listening your teaching. Fantastic information. Gp are not helpful ,a lot of women are suffering as a result of misinformation. Please more of this educative teaching. Thank you so much for opening my eyes.
Dr, Newson, first, I don't understand why you don't have more subscribers, I think you are wonderful! Second, would you consider doing a video that discusses breakthrough bleeding while on HRT? Apparently, from a Google search I did, it is a common side effect of HRT yet my doctor (and I'm sure he's not the only one) is adamant that he is going to take me off HRT if it does not stop...I do not want to go off HRT and, at least according to what I've read which admittedly is for a lay audience, it is not necessarily a reason to go off HRT...
Thank you Dr Newson, this is so helpful. I have only recently become aware that I am peri, but have possibly been peri for some time as last year I had painfully watering eyes, and my GP mentioned dry eye, ironically. I have been thinking that this is something all us ladies go through so I'd get through it has been so helpful to get this education on the benefits of HRT and also seeking a menopausal specialist for this part of my journey. I look forward to reviewing your other videos, podcasts and resources and will definitely be sharing this with friends. Thanks again, so worthwhile and much appreciated.
Thank you so, so much. I am a couple years into menopause and have recently been whomped very hard. Watching hopelessly as my life spirals downward. Dreams and ambitions looking super unlikely unless something were to change drastically, but what? I am not even sure what prompted me to start looking at menopause a couple days ago after like nine months of just sinking, gaining not only the weight I'd lost with hiking but that again on top. Developed bad plantar fasciitis and new aches and stiffness, lack of flexibility on top of the fibromyalgia and headaches I've had for years. So walking and eating well went down the drain, just too tired, in too much pain and walking doesn't energize but instead hurts, takes me off my feet for days and wipes me out further, leading to chest aching sadness and hopelessness and overwhelm. And stresses I won't go into are just a massive storm on the ocean whilst treading water. I am also hypothyroid since birth, so managing my hormones seems something for a future age, since frankly the interest and growth and research seem pathetic from my standpoint. Always feel I am not getting enough despite "normal" tests. In fact I was becoming very resentful until I realized it may not be just a lack in thyroid hormone. So something new to test for and balance... yay, but YAY, because it means there is a chance of improvement. So again, thank you so much for your work and getting it out there. And more information is better than less, because you never know what rambling might expose for someone with a random symptom.
I have been treated like a second class citizens. My doctor has been so awful to me I always believe doctors took an oath to protect the health of there patients not happening today I feel so abandoned 😱
Indeed! I am on the edge of my seat (age 62, last period age 40 - many health issues that I think could be directly related to pretty much zero estrogen/estrodial, or testosterone. Also low/no DHEA)
Thank you for your work on behalf of women, and your wonderful information. I am 76 and 16 years past menopause. I have never had HRT despite having some ongoing menopausal symptoms that are not fully responsive to a variety of local treatments. I am keen to try low dose bio-identical HRT to deal with symptoms and to protect my future general health. I am very healthy but my doctor feels that since I am 16 years past menopause, I would be at risk of stroke or cardiac issues if I was to start at this stage of my life. She feels you should not start HRT when you are more than 10 years past menopause without any HRT . What has been your experience? Can you refer me to research that looks at this issue ?
After listening to your podcasts. I was taken off HRT when the scare was on I’ve had hysterectomy I realize I should never have been taken off. When I asked my doctor to go back on HRT she said it won’t make you look any younger, I said I’m worried about osteoporosis she said she would come back to me 3 weeks later I had to phone again, then book another telephone appointment, she didn’t phone me on the day so I had to get receptionist had to remind her to phone me. She put me on Estrogen vaginal tablets, can I have HRT as well I’m 80 ? My age i think is why the doctor didn’t want to put me on HRT I dread having a hump on my back, I’m full of aches and pain please help, I only get £75 per week pension but I have saved some money to see you. 🙏😇🙏
In Mexico testosterone is available for woman. On the market there's this injection of 100 mg testosterone with 5 mg estradiol. Thank you very much for such valuable information.
I am new to this subset of knowledge, but I would think the RATIO might be the oppposite . . and the absolute numbers here are quite high for Testosterone (for women). Also injections provide a rapid release - NOT recommended (thus patches or creams - slow release). Gels, again, are faster releasing.... thanks!
Thank you for your comprehensive overview on HRT. I am about 5 years passed menopause. I recently told a doctor that my facial skin had really changed in the last couple of years. They said it was due to decreased estrogen. Will taking HRT slow down the skin aging? Other than some degree of hot flashes, my symptoms have not been as disrupting as many others have reported having. Since signs of aging are not life threatening, and I wonder if the benefits of HRT out weigh the risks.
I decided the benefits would, and my skin is plumper for it. I’m quite blessed with good skin although I do itch at times, I use hyaluronic acid based oil and a good moisturiser. I find too much sugar makes me look awful, and I notice alcohol ages menopausal women hugely, no matter how much water they drink. X
So very THANKFUL to come across your channel. Is there any affiliate organization/a that is partnering with you here in the USA? Thank you again for working to save the lives of so many of us women.
Hi Dr Louise, I live in Australia and was diagnosed with breast cancer last year 90% estrogen receptor and 50% progestrone, I am 55 years of age and was on HRT prior to cancer , I was on it for 3 years, estradot plus Merina. I went through the process of chemotherapy and radiation and had double masectomy plus reconstruction. Now I am cancer free but stuggling with menopause symptoms, brain fog, irritability, joint pain, hot flushes, sleepless nights. I talked to my oncologist, gynaecologist , they wanted to prescribe me antidepressant and I refused! Some studies shows that HRT can be used in some cases after breast cancer, I find it hard to explain to Drs here and everyone is paranoid of prescribing HRT. some studies shows that last of estrogen is linked to osteoporosis ,heart problems and bone density. Could you please shine some light on the issues I mentioned?
Hello, I am on herbs for utis, but I have read that they also help menopause. Half-way through the course and I am a bit like a fire-cracker at the moment whilst the herbs settle into my body, a bit like pmt, lol. All the people who annoyed me but I never said anything to them before, are now being told! It's quite strog stuff. I wanted to avoid hrt because I read a book called The Bitter Pill by Dr Ellen Grant (1985). Herbalism, provided by a proper trained herbalist may be something to look into. Can I ask, were you on bioidentical hormones ?
Thanks for the talk. I'm really struggling with hot flashes, memory fogs. Headache. My Gp refused HRT. HOWEVER she wants me to have antidepressants which I refused. I asked for body identical Hrt. I have ask her to refer me to menopause clinic. I'm really struggling as I also work as a nurse which doesn't help as it's really stressful. Really need urgent help!!
I'm shortness of breath. Fatigue. Muscles pain. Wobbly legs. Brain fog. I have uti 3 weeks ago and I have it again. And more symptoms 😢 high blood pressure. I had a stroke mild no symptoms my doctor told me I'm not candidate for hrt and hormones therapy .I have suicidal though too. This perimenopause is driving crazy.
I started my HRT journey 7 months ago with the help of Diane Danzebrink and her team. I’m doing better the anxiety has almost gone. I’m 54 and peri 😕. I’m on oestrogel and utrogestan. I too adjust my oestrogel dosage. This is a great explanation of our journey. Thank you. P.s re the shortages, I feel some GPS are overprescribing the gel in the initial stages, and that monthly prescription would be better until women know they can tolerate a medicine.
@@michelemcnamara2653 Hi, the anxiety went after 2 months or so, I just kept telling myself my body was playing tricks on me when I could feel myself get panicky. I have always had times of dealing with anxiety, as I had post natal depression twice in my twenties. My partner has been mostly very supportive, which does help. I switched to continuous regime 7 months ago as I’m 55 now, I have had limited success so far. The Besins oestrogel that I’m prescribed is imho not the best preparation, many symptoms came back. Liz Earle whom I also follow highlighted the Besins issue, apparently I’m not the only person to notice the difference lol, relief as my GP wasn’t convinced by my opinion at all. Basically I am not getting the desired amount of Oestrogen I am on 4 pumps! So max dose now. Utrogestan does affect my mood makes me feel depressed, I don’t get on with progesterone that well so I take each day as it comes. I avoid toxic people and will not engage with people I don’t like who make my anxiety worse, that’s been difficult but I just can’t do it anymore. Two of them are my own offspring, they’ve always been bullies. I love them and wish them well, but we don’t need to have contact. It’s a Sad state of affairs ….. I’m awaiting blood test results for oestrogen absorption , not at all sanguine my GP will know how to combat problems, but I can’t afford to pay privately or I would. It will be two years since starting my HRT journey in December. Hope you feel better soon, remember all this anxiety and navigating a difficult time is temporary and will settle soon. Walking in nature helps hugely. Time alone helps me, I quite like a soak in the bath or listening to music, gardening etc. wish you well x
That was incredibly helpful thank you. You answered many questions and definitely clarified many huge vague confusing contradictory pieces of information. I have some questions but will check out your website and book first! :)
Hi can you help , I was on patches and went up to 100 mcg I'm 56 and have mirena coil , I changed now to gel , just before starting gel i had a private finger prick blood test to check if I was on right oestrogen levels as still didn't feel quite right and it came back very very high so I repeated two weeks later and only using one pump and still very high , does it take longer than that for levels to come down ?
Do I need to take progesterone with estrogen if I’ve had an endometrial abalation? I’ve tried several times to take it orally micronized 100 mg and it makes me feel unwell
Yu can try progesterone creams. The oral version is used to be sure your endometrium is protected. That does not mean the cream alternative is no good. Just go for more regular check-ups ! Good luck sister
Thank you for your time! I am 49 and peri-menopausal. I started at 47. I am in the US and my gynecologist prescribes HRT for me. I am on a testosterone cream, estradiol 1mg pill, progesterone micro 100mg. My question is, is there a relationship between menopause and adrenal fatigue syndrome?
Thankyou for this information ,really really helpful . I have suffered such intense pain from hormonal migraines for over 10 years ,these have now reduced in frequency & less painful ,I have repeatedly returned to my male Gp but had no suggestion to take HRT ....I am naturally feeling very low as I have not had the help & support ,so apart from having a MRI scan ,I have had to deal with this during menopause . How do I now get an medical assessment for HRT patches ,would this help with migraine ,though I do think I am over the worse now. I am on a flesh food plant based diet . This link has been great ,very informative being knowledgeable is so important, please continue . Thank you Paula Pixie Moss
Yes, I agree, I have been dealing with HRT for over 7 years. I am 46 years old and have no libido where did it go. I don't have hot flashes but night sweats. I don't have weight gain but my weight fluctuates. My gynecologist did a blood test and found that I'm an HRT patient. I live in the USA and haven't heard anyone talk about it like this. What can I do for low libido, my sex is 0. Please help me.
You need to go to your doctor .you will get your sex drive back maybe diet and exercise and maybe hormone pill or cream might help.your urge will come back I hope you have a caring man that will help you
I would love to hear studies about the evolution of menopause symptoms, in particular, if there has been a significant change/worsening in menopause symptoms in post-agricultural or post-industrial societies. Women did not have access to HRT until the last few decades, and I can't imagine we evolved to 'break down' in such spectacular fashion...
HRT was actually first offered in the 1940s, and the avg life expectancy for women then was 60. Prior to that, when life expectancy was lower, most women died before having to deal with menopause symptoms or live a post-menopause life. Now we live decades past menopause. We’re literally outliving our ovaries. 😉
Thank you. I'm almost 9 years into menopause and have osteoporosis/osteopenia, controlled hypothyroid. I'd like to take HRT - is it too late?? I'm otherwie healthy.
Hello Dr Newson, do you know why a birth control pill such as Zoely would be prescribed over micronized progesterone for perimenopausal symptoms including heavy monthly bleeding due to fibroids?
You doctor are larger than life , your work is saving lots of women's lives....you are spreading such precious informations!!!!! I was experiencing very unconfortable symptoms, since many years, still taking anticonceptional pill, mood imbalances and some other unpleasant syntomps very frustrating me a lot, then I found a nice center in Pisa (south europe) santa chiara a menopausal center and also in Careggi hospital in Florence Italy , I am curious to know if there are more menopausal specialists even private is fine for a healthy life, in Italy if You have some to suggest I would be very grateful.thanks for your answer and best wishes for your career and private life.
My mom is 62. She have very dry skinn, thin hair, intensiv hair fall, skin itching, red cheeks, sometimes headache. Can you give me some tipps please what should she do get better ? Thank you.
I had been in menopause since 44, a doctor in Germany subscribed me Lafamme 1mg 2mg and that did a miracle: no more moodswings, hot flashes or weight gain, but now I am 58 and live in Egypt and this medicament does not exist here. Any advise what I could do. Hot flashes are back and worse, lack of sleep and moodswings.
Clear & concise. Due to speak to my GP later today, hopefully will get some patches prescribed. Night sweats and flushes getting worse every day. Thank you. Update: I've just come off the phone to my very understanding GP. I'm been perscribed Evorel Sequi, fingers crossed 🤞🏽
This is the absolute best comprehensive information I could ask for. I got two questions answered that were concerning to me. This is my second month on HRT and I’m now wondering if the progesterone pills can cause low blood pressure? I’m getting readings that are quite low recently.
Thanks for such an informative video. Just a quick question does the Estrogel bottle need to be shaken before use and does the dose stay the same each time even towards the end of the bottle?
You say that a woman with a family history of breast cancer can take HRT, is this only familial or personal history please? Thanks for a good clear video.
Hallo, thank you for this information. I was thinking of doing hrt again. The first try I got high blood pressure and headaches. I have rheumatoid arthritis and take quite a lot of medication. Is it advices for people with ra to do hrt?
This is a great video thank you so much! My questions were about periods. Will I go back to once a month periods and all the PMS symptoms severe cramps and bloating … I’m 60 yrs old. I don’t feel very well. So tired. No energy, low focus so depressed.
I’m crying right now because this information is SAVING MY LIFE. (I’m not exaggerating.) No doctor in the U.S. knows this information. I have been dealing with SEVERE menopausal transition symptoms for 6 1/2 years but didn’t know it was menopause. I HAD TO QUIT MY JOB! I’ve been to so many specialists. NO DOCTOR EVEN THOUGHT TO SUGGEST MENOPAUSE. I started reading the latest medical publications, taking CME classes, listening to medical podcasts. You know who final figured out my symptoms were menopause-related? M E !!! That should never happen. Now that I know WHAT is going on, I am still searching for a doctor who knows anything about HOW to help me. They don’t exist. SO, I CAN’T THANK YOU ENOUGH. At least now, I can tell my specialists what to do. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
I am postmenopausal and seeking help and yes I'm finding the answers
You have my same story as well 4 years into being sick had to quit my job and also have been diagnosed by so so many doctors with everything u can think of FINALLY I paid to have my hormones checked and well let's just say I have zero testosterone in my system my hormones were so low they hardly register at all I just started TRT 2 days ago and I'm praying for a miracle
Been in yr shoes,.Hv you found one yet ?
I hope you have found a good doctor that listens. I myself still looking for one that listens and willing to manage my menopause long term. Its definitely very frustrating...
You can get menopause early and I'm soory you had a hard time finding a doctor that could help you
You are THE ABSOLUTE BEST! I sent this to my wife and her mother. I searched all over the internet and this is the best explanation yet. Thank you!
That's so great to hear, thank you!
It is so refreshing to see a menopause caring man! Your wife is a lucky lady!
Your wife is lucky as i am!!
You are one amazing woman/doctor. You helped me decide to go for the HRT which I was so worried about. I have an amazing doctor who mentioned to me I am probably going through peri menopause after I thought I was going mad with all these symptoms. This was the best one hour video I watched. You have made it so easy for us poor women to understand this transition in our lives. Thank you so much xxx
This is the best video on HRT summarising all the important information every woman has to know before and entering menopause. If UA-cam wants to do good, this video has to be in the suggested videos for all women. In fact it has to be on BBC and all major channels as it contains the most up to date information on HRT and standard of care only a few women receive
I'd love a Dr like Dr Newson. She seems really passionate about her work.
After 12 years of suffering bad symptoms I have just gone onto patches and I feel marvellous, I have finally started to sleep all through the night with out being woken up with night sweats 3 to 4 times a night . I can wear ordinary clothes without having to worry about sweating with flushes during the day . I feel human again .thank you Dr Newman . When I went to the doctor years ago they just wanted me to have antidepressants !
Thank you so much for all this information, it was very helpful, I'm heading straight to your website to find out more. I'm 66 and was discouraged from taking HRT when I was actually going through the menopause because of health scares, I started taking HRT about two years ago for certain symptoms and feel so much better, I want to continue taking it for as long as I can. You are amazing, please keep up the good work.
Hello Doctor, will the FSH lower after HRT? Mine was 48.5 and gp told me im post menopause but 12 months have not passed yet. TY
I wasnt encouraged to go for hrt and im wondering if at 70 i could still try it. Vaginal atrophy is a huge problem to me. What happened with this for you? I wish i had a good doctor.
Life changing, I've shared with every peri and post menopausal woman I know. You are a beacon of light and hope. Thank you so much for being such an ambassador and throwing yourself into showing women there is another way through it all. x
DR Newson you are amazing! Listening to your advise makes me feel it's not the end of the world for menopausal women. I wish my dr was as warm and understanding as you. Thank you for all the info.
dalesse
I found you by accident. Had no idea there were videos on this subject. You are a Godsend! You actually help me understand all my fears of HRT and other female issues. Thank you so much for helping all of us. I am going to be very proactive to get the help I so badly need. I now understand and I feel so confident in your advice and knowledge. Bless you !!
Dr. Newson, I want to thank you so so much for this very informative piece on HRT. I am an O&G trainee doing my final MRCOG part 3 next week and HRT management and counselling is one of my biggest down falls. After watching this video, I now feel much more equipped to deal with this topic if it comes up on the exam but more importantly I feel more confident in managing women who need HRT. Thank you so much for this wonderful teaching. It will transform my future management. Take care. xxx
How can I get the gel
Thank you so much...iv made an appointment to get HRT....I started going thru peri at 40 when the doctor took me off my contraceptive pill....and im 45 now....iv only had 1 period a year since I was 40 and symptoms have been getting worse over the last 5 years.....I really need HRT or I'm going to have bone problems soon....I can feel it in my hands....I dont want to die early just because my doc didn't tell me all this x
Dr Newson thank you so much for your time and your fantastic work. Great educational video . This theme it's so important and should be widespread around the world. I don't understand how menopause is still such neglected theme. I am experiencing a great perimenopausal symptoms and till now I didn't not nothing. I wasn't informed at all during my studies at the university. Please, keep going with your great labour! You are an excellent example for another professionals. It's very nice to someone thinking out of box. Gongratulations !
You are amazing... hands down, the best information EVER.
THANK YOU for giving your time to change women's life
Im so glad I saw this video, definitely helps me with my ongoing menopause symptoms.Thank you Dr Newson for empowering women to look after themselves during this stage of life. More power to you and God bless
Thank you so much Dr. Newson. Fantastic video. Please continue doing them, all women desperately need to hear this information!!
Thank so much, Kim. We're delighted you found the information helpful!
Thank you so very much. Your time, effort and compassion is truly appreciated.
Dr Louise,
You're a breath of fresh air!!!! Easy to understand and so guinue and supportive!! I wish you lived in Canada. Thankyou so very very much for shredding the light on such an desperately need topic for women and their overall health and well-being!!🙏🙏❤
Thank God for Dr. Newson. I am learning so much from your channel. Thank you!
I think you are AMAZING Thank you so much for being so generous with your knowledge - Shelly
You are by far the kindest and knowledgeable DR. I have listened to in my whole life. Honestly amazing!! I’m so sad that I can not be a patient of yours as I reside in Canada. Thank you, thank you , thank you!!!! 🙏🙏🙏👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🥰
Thank you. Such good information. It’s all quite confusing at the beginning and such an eye opener. Your talk really does help make things clearer.
I can't express my gratitude to you after listening your teaching. Fantastic information. Gp are not helpful ,a lot of women are suffering as a result of misinformation. Please more of this educative teaching. Thank you so much for opening my eyes.
God.. this is the best thing iv ever watched.. seriously learnt more than ever...thankyou soo much for doing this.. so glad I found you x
Thanks for your lovely feedback, Debra! We're so pleased you found the information helpful.
Would love to see you do a series on Menopause...this is so helpful!
Thank you for this wonderful information!! On a testosterone mission now! We need a movement to get our rights back on our hormones!!
Saw you on Trinny’s channel and thought you were so amazing! Just subbed ❤️
Just brilliant every menopausal women should watch this, thank you
Thank you so so much, I’m booked in with one of your Dr’s - Dr Zoe Hodson, this has really put me at ease, can’t wait for my apt now xxx
Dr, Newson, first, I don't understand why you don't have more subscribers, I think you are wonderful! Second, would you consider doing a video that discusses breakthrough bleeding while on HRT? Apparently, from a Google search I did, it is a common side effect of HRT yet my doctor (and I'm sure he's not the only one) is adamant that he is going to take me off HRT if it does not stop...I do not want to go off HRT and, at least according to what I've read which admittedly is for a lay audience, it is not necessarily a reason to go off HRT...
Thank you Dr Newson, this is so helpful. I have only recently become aware that I am peri, but have possibly been peri for some time as last year I had painfully watering eyes, and my GP mentioned dry eye, ironically. I have been thinking that this is something all us ladies go through so I'd get through it has been so helpful to get this education on the benefits of HRT and also seeking a menopausal specialist for this part of my journey. I look forward to reviewing your other videos, podcasts and resources and will definitely be sharing this with friends. Thanks again, so worthwhile and much appreciated.
Most informative piece I’ve seen. Learned loads! Thank you :)
Thanks so much!
Thank you 🙏 ur information is amazing, I wish ur my doctor, god bless you 🥰
Thank you so much for the generous and concise advice - it’s so useful to be armed with all this now I can go to my GP to get help at last 😊
Thank you so, so much. I am a couple years into menopause and have recently been whomped very hard. Watching hopelessly as my life spirals downward. Dreams and ambitions looking super unlikely unless something were to change drastically, but what? I am not even sure what prompted me to start looking at menopause a couple days ago after like nine months of just sinking, gaining not only the weight I'd lost with hiking but that again on top. Developed bad plantar fasciitis and new aches and stiffness, lack of flexibility on top of the fibromyalgia and headaches I've had for years. So walking and eating well went down the drain, just too tired, in too much pain and walking doesn't energize but instead hurts, takes me off my feet for days and wipes me out further, leading to chest aching sadness and hopelessness and overwhelm. And stresses I won't go into are just a massive storm on the ocean whilst treading water. I am also hypothyroid since birth, so managing my hormones seems something for a future age, since frankly the interest and growth and research seem pathetic from my standpoint. Always feel I am not getting enough despite "normal" tests. In fact I was becoming very resentful until I realized it may not be just a lack in thyroid hormone. So something new to test for and balance... yay, but YAY, because it means there is a chance of improvement. So again, thank you so much for your work and getting it out there. And more information is better than less, because you never know what rambling might expose for someone with a random symptom.
I know HRT is not recommended over 65.Could you talk about Older women that still have symptoms.
See a professional herbalist. Eat well.
I have been treated like a second class citizens. My doctor has been so awful to me I always believe doctors took an oath to protect the health of there patients not happening today I feel so abandoned 😱
Such a full spectrum video, thank you for your knowledge.
This was so helpful but would have loved if you had says more on HRT for post menopausal women .
Indeed! I am on the edge of my seat (age 62, last period age 40 - many health issues that I think could be directly related to pretty much zero estrogen/estrodial, or testosterone. Also low/no DHEA)
Thank you for your work on behalf of women, and your wonderful information. I am 76 and 16 years past menopause. I have never had HRT despite having some ongoing menopausal symptoms that are not fully responsive to a variety of local treatments. I am keen to try low dose bio-identical HRT to deal with symptoms and to protect my future general health. I am very healthy but my doctor feels that since I am 16 years past menopause, I would be at risk of stroke or cardiac issues if I was to start at this stage of my life. She feels you should not start HRT when you are more than 10 years past menopause without any HRT . What has been your experience? Can you refer me to research that looks at this issue ?
I need this questions answered also.
Bravo Doc!! 👏👏👏 This has answered so many of my questions as I've entered this phase xx
Thank you Tovie, that's great to hear. We're so glad you found the video helpful!
37:20 you just addressed my concern perfectly - thank you 🙂
We dont mind you 'rabbiting on' as you say on the video....this is the most important video iv seen so far... thank you so much
After listening to your podcasts. I was taken off HRT when the scare was on I’ve had hysterectomy I realize I should never have been taken off. When I asked my doctor to go back on HRT she said it won’t make you look any younger, I said I’m worried about osteoporosis she said she would come back to me 3 weeks later I had to phone again, then book another telephone appointment, she didn’t phone me on the day so I had to get receptionist had to remind her to phone me. She put me on Estrogen vaginal tablets, can I have HRT as well I’m 80 ? My age i think is why the doctor didn’t want to put me on HRT I dread having a hump on my back, I’m full of aches and pain please help, I only get £75 per week pension but I have saved some money to see you. 🙏😇🙏
I’m so grateful for finding out about this wonderful lady! Making everything sound far less frightening x
Brilliant! Just what I needed to hear.
Thank you so much! Incredibly helpful.
Best video on menopause I’ve seen and I’ve seen 100s of them thank you so much for sharing this.
Thank you so much, such great information, presented so well. Very much appreciated! I’m sharing it with all the women I know.
In Mexico testosterone is available for woman. On the market there's this injection of 100 mg testosterone with 5 mg estradiol. Thank you very much for such valuable information.
I am new to this subset of knowledge, but I would think the RATIO might be the oppposite . . and the absolute numbers here are quite high for Testosterone (for women). Also injections provide a rapid release - NOT recommended (thus patches or creams - slow release). Gels, again, are faster releasing.... thanks!
Thank you so much for this. So informative and supportive.
Thank you for your comprehensive overview on HRT. I am about 5 years passed menopause. I recently told a doctor that my facial skin had really changed in the last couple of years. They said it was due to decreased estrogen. Will taking HRT slow down the skin aging? Other than some degree of hot flashes, my symptoms have not been as disrupting as many others have reported having. Since signs of aging are not life threatening, and I wonder if the benefits of HRT out weigh the risks.
I decided the benefits would, and my skin is plumper for it. I’m quite blessed with good skin although I do itch at times, I use hyaluronic acid based oil and a good moisturiser. I find too much sugar makes me look awful, and I notice alcohol ages menopausal women hugely, no matter how much water they drink. X
This is the information so many of us need. Thank you!!
So very THANKFUL to come across your channel. Is there any affiliate organization/a that is partnering with you here in the USA?
Thank you again for working to save the lives of so many of us women.
Hi Dr Louise, I live in Australia and was diagnosed with breast cancer last year 90% estrogen receptor and 50% progestrone, I am 55 years of age and was on HRT prior to cancer , I was on it for 3 years, estradot plus Merina. I went through the process of chemotherapy and radiation and had double masectomy plus reconstruction. Now I am cancer free but stuggling with menopause symptoms, brain fog, irritability, joint pain, hot flushes, sleepless nights. I talked to my oncologist, gynaecologist , they wanted to prescribe me antidepressant and I refused! Some studies shows that HRT can be used in some cases after breast cancer, I find it hard to explain to Drs here and everyone is paranoid of prescribing HRT. some studies shows that last of estrogen is linked to osteoporosis ,heart problems and bone density. Could you please shine some light on the issues I mentioned?
Hello, I am on herbs for utis, but I have read that they also help menopause. Half-way through the course and I am a bit like a fire-cracker at the moment whilst the herbs settle into my body, a bit like pmt, lol. All the people who annoyed me but I never said anything to them before, are now being told! It's quite strog stuff. I wanted to avoid hrt because I read a book called The Bitter Pill by Dr Ellen Grant (1985). Herbalism, provided by a proper trained herbalist may be something to look into. Can I ask, were you on bioidentical hormones ?
Thank you. Just thank you. Just watched the Davina program which I'd recorded, what an eye opener. I have a plan now ❤️
Really useful. Thank you for freely sharing your knowledge and expertise.
Thanks for the talk. I'm really struggling with hot flashes, memory fogs. Headache. My Gp refused HRT. HOWEVER she wants me to have antidepressants which I refused. I asked for body identical Hrt. I have ask her to refer me to menopause clinic. I'm really struggling as I also work as a nurse which doesn't help as it's really stressful. Really need urgent help!!
Hi my name is Maria and like many many women I follow closely your much valued and informative talks.
thank you very much for the information and empowerment!! wonderful talk and super nice!
Thank you Nili, we're so pleased you found the video helpful!
I'm shortness of breath. Fatigue. Muscles pain. Wobbly legs. Brain fog. I have uti 3 weeks ago and I have it again. And more symptoms 😢 high blood pressure. I had a stroke mild no symptoms my doctor told me I'm not candidate for hrt and hormones therapy .I have suicidal though too. This perimenopause is driving crazy.
I started my HRT journey 7 months ago with the help of Diane Danzebrink and her team. I’m doing better the anxiety has almost gone. I’m 54 and peri 😕. I’m on oestrogel and utrogestan. I too adjust my oestrogel dosage. This is a great explanation of our journey. Thank you. P.s re the shortages, I feel some GPS are overprescribing the gel in the initial stages, and that monthly prescription would be better until women know they can tolerate a medicine.
How long to get benefits to anxiety?
@@michelemcnamara2653 Hi, the anxiety went after 2 months or so, I just kept telling myself my body was playing tricks on me when I could feel myself get panicky. I have always had times of dealing with anxiety, as I had post natal depression twice in my twenties. My partner has been mostly very supportive, which does help. I switched to continuous regime 7 months ago as I’m 55 now, I have had limited success so far. The Besins oestrogel that I’m prescribed is imho not the best preparation, many symptoms came back. Liz Earle whom I also follow highlighted the Besins issue, apparently I’m not the only person to notice the difference lol, relief as my GP wasn’t convinced by my opinion at all. Basically I am not getting the desired amount of Oestrogen I am on 4 pumps! So max dose now. Utrogestan does affect my mood makes me feel depressed, I don’t get on with progesterone that well so I take each day as it comes. I avoid toxic people and will not engage with people I don’t like who make my anxiety worse, that’s been difficult but I just can’t do it anymore. Two of them are my own offspring, they’ve always been bullies. I love them and wish them well, but we don’t need to have contact. It’s a Sad state of affairs …..
I’m awaiting blood test results for oestrogen absorption , not at all sanguine my GP will know how to combat problems, but I can’t afford to pay privately or I would. It will be two years since starting my HRT journey in December.
Hope you feel better soon, remember all this anxiety and navigating a difficult time is temporary and will settle soon. Walking in nature helps hugely. Time alone helps me, I quite like a soak in the bath or listening to music, gardening etc. wish you well x
This is incredibly informative and educational thank you SO much from Tasmania 🙏🏻
Wonderful info... just ordered your book!
Thanks amazing information going through this at 53 not much help here in Australia
That was incredibly helpful thank you. You answered many questions and definitely clarified many huge vague confusing contradictory pieces of information. I have some questions but will check out your website and book first! :)
That's lovely to hear, thank you Odile - we're so glad you found the information helpful!
Hi can you help , I was on patches and went up to 100 mcg I'm 56 and have mirena coil , I changed now to gel , just before starting gel i had a private finger prick blood test to check if I was on right oestrogen levels as still didn't feel quite right and it came back very very high so I repeated two weeks later and only using one pump and still very high , does it take longer than that for levels to come down ?
Thank you Doctor I have found this so helpful and empowering x
This is so good, I am going to fill in the questionnaire and give it to my GP.
Do I need to take progesterone with estrogen if I’ve had an endometrial abalation? I’ve tried several times to take it orally micronized 100 mg and it makes me feel unwell
Yu can try progesterone creams. The oral version is used to be sure your endometrium is protected. That does not mean the cream alternative is no good. Just go for more regular check-ups ! Good luck sister
Hello dr louise , thank you for sharing with us , how can one have an appointment in the clinic ? Where can i buy the patches ?Many thanks .
Thank you for your time! I am 49 and peri-menopausal. I started at 47. I am in the US and my gynecologist prescribes HRT for me. I am on a testosterone cream, estradiol 1mg pill, progesterone micro 100mg. My question is, is there a relationship between menopause and adrenal fatigue syndrome?
Thank you, Dr. Newson. You are so kind. This information is so reassuring.
Fantastic talk. Thank you 😊
Thankyou for this information ,really really helpful . I have suffered such intense pain from hormonal migraines for over 10 years ,these have now reduced in frequency & less painful ,I have repeatedly returned to my male Gp but had no suggestion to take HRT ....I am naturally feeling very low as I have not had the help & support ,so apart from having a MRI scan ,I have had to deal with this during menopause . How do I now get an medical assessment for HRT patches ,would this help with migraine ,though I do think I am over the worse now. I am on a flesh food plant based diet . This link has been great ,very informative being knowledgeable is so important, please continue . Thank you Paula Pixie Moss
I have stage 1 Breast cancer (Ductal Carcinoma, hormone reception positive) I was happy with my HRT. Can I go back to my HRT after lumpectony?
Yes, I agree, I have been dealing with HRT for over 7 years. I am 46 years old and have no libido where did it go. I don't have hot flashes but night sweats. I don't have weight gain but my weight fluctuates. My gynecologist did a blood test and found that I'm an HRT patient. I live in the USA and haven't heard anyone talk about it like this. What can I do for low libido, my sex is 0. Please help me.
You need to go to your doctor .you will get your sex drive back maybe diet and exercise and maybe hormone pill or cream might help.your urge will come back I hope you have a caring man that will help you
thank you for this clear and very detail information. I'll try to find out if they have this treatment in Indonesia.
I would love to hear studies about the evolution of menopause symptoms, in particular, if there has been a significant change/worsening in menopause symptoms in post-agricultural or post-industrial societies. Women did not have access to HRT until the last few decades, and I can't imagine we evolved to 'break down' in such spectacular fashion...
HRT was actually first offered in the 1940s, and the avg life expectancy for women then was 60. Prior to that, when life expectancy was lower, most women died before having to deal with menopause symptoms or live a post-menopause life. Now we live decades past menopause. We’re literally outliving our ovaries. 😉
Thank you. I'm almost 9 years into menopause and have osteoporosis/osteopenia, controlled hypothyroid. I'd like to take HRT - is it too late?? I'm otherwie healthy.
Wonderful knowledge on the progesterone choices 35:00 I need to come back to this for reference. Thank you so much.
This was so informative! Thank you so much for your generosity!
Hello Dr Newson, do you know why a birth control pill such as Zoely would be prescribed over micronized progesterone for perimenopausal symptoms including heavy monthly bleeding due to fibroids?
I have a wonderful ANP and she actually recommended you and your website. X
You doctor are larger than life , your work is saving lots of women's lives....you are spreading such precious informations!!!!! I was experiencing very unconfortable symptoms, since many years, still taking anticonceptional pill, mood imbalances and some other unpleasant syntomps very frustrating me a lot, then I found a nice center in Pisa (south europe) santa chiara a menopausal center and also in Careggi hospital in Florence Italy , I am curious to know if there are more menopausal specialists even private is fine for a healthy life, in Italy if You have some to suggest I would be very grateful.thanks for your answer and best wishes for your career and private life.
My mom is 62. She have very dry skinn, thin hair, intensiv hair fall, skin itching, red cheeks, sometimes headache.
Can you give me some tipps please what should she do get better ?
Thank you.
She is too young to suffer all that. Please find a doctor t start her up on HRT
I had been in menopause since 44, a doctor in Germany subscribed me Lafamme 1mg 2mg and that did a miracle: no more moodswings, hot flashes or weight gain, but now I am 58 and live in Egypt and this medicament does not exist here. Any advise what I could do. Hot flashes are back and worse, lack of sleep and moodswings.
So useful and clear! THANK YOU!!
Could you give a reference for a women’s dr in Manhatten ,NYC -that takes insurance ? TY very much for your info. 💕
Nice pic and smile .you could find out through Google and your insurance company can help too
Absolutely wonderful!! Thank you!!!!
Thank you so much dear doctor for your time and education !
Clear & concise. Due to speak to my GP later today, hopefully will get some patches prescribed. Night sweats and flushes getting worse every day. Thank you. Update: I've just come off the phone to my very understanding GP. I'm been perscribed Evorel Sequi, fingers crossed 🤞🏽
Great video, learned some good stuff.
This is the absolute best comprehensive information I could ask for. I got two questions answered that were concerning to me. This is my second month on HRT and I’m now wondering if the progesterone pills can cause low blood pressure? I’m getting readings that are quite low recently.
Thank you for all of this information.
In my experience, nearly everyone needs progesterone... and often we need progesterone BEFORE we need estrogen.
Thanks for such an informative video. Just a quick question does the Estrogel bottle need to be shaken before use and does the dose stay the same each time even towards the end of the bottle?
Thank you for all these precious informations.
You say that a woman with a family history of breast cancer can take HRT, is this only familial or personal history please? Thanks for a good clear video.
Hallo, thank you for this information. I was thinking of doing hrt again. The first try I got high blood pressure and headaches.
I have rheumatoid arthritis and take quite a lot of medication. Is it advices for people with ra to do hrt?
This is a great video thank you so much! My questions were about periods. Will I go back to once a month periods and all the PMS symptoms severe cramps and bloating … I’m 60 yrs old. I don’t feel very well. So tired. No energy, low focus so depressed.
I learn a lot from this Dr wish could talk to her