Thanks for making the video. I'm in my mid-40s, and I've been noticing some changes, and suspect that I'm in perimenopause. I've mentioned it to my doctor, but she hasn't offered any advice. It's good to hear what others are experiencing.
It’s frustrating that your doctor didn’t order and advice. I’ve got a good list of books on this topic for a follow up video to help! I’m sorry your dr has been dismissive. I hope you can speak to a gynecologist who can help 💜
Thanks for this, Cordelia! The women on my Dad's side of the family have POF (premature ovarian failure); some started as early as age 25. I suffer from this myself. I don't really know when I started as my symptoms were masked by being on the pill and I found out shortly after I got married at age 32 that I was already in full-blown menopause. I'm sorry you're not doing well--sending you some purple healing vibes 💜
I’m finally on the mend! I am cleared to lift over 10 lbs, drive and go back to physical therapy. I’m so sorry to hear what happened to you! I hate how women’s health is basically ignored if it doesn’t revolve around having babies.
PSA: if you are postmenopausal and have a period, please see your healthcare provider IMMEDIATELY. This is not normal and could be a sign of cancer. Please tell this to any women you know who are peri- or postmenopausal. Also, let your pharmacist (and physician) know about any supplements you take. I take calcium carbonate because I'm perimenopausal, and I have to stagger it with some of my meds as they can interact. I did a research project on menopause and hot flashes do not happen to everyone (fingers crossed for myself). I am terrified of menopause because my mom went through it after I was born, and she was ... unpleasant during those years. I've been perimenopausal for 2.5 years now, and so far, so good. Thanks Cordelia ❤
Thank you for sharing this! I’m still having a period, but it’s very irregular because of taking Slynd all the way through. I’m trying to minimize me having them. My first of 2024 was in January. I’m grateful to not have hot flashes. Very cool that you did a research project! Thank you for sharing the PSA!
My periods stopped when I was 36. They were irregular for about 3 months, then just ended. No doctor found it to be of any concern at all. And back then (I'm now 60), there was no talk whatsoever about how loss of estrogen affects heart, bone, brain and many other aspects of health. Recently, I heard that chronic cough post-menopause (which I seem to have developed) is a "thing," due to increased inflammation tendencies throughout the body, including the lungs. All these past 25 years, I probably should've been on HRT for those reasons. I never did have any of the typical peri- or menopause symptoms, so doctors just waved it off as "lucky you!" Yes, it seriously sucks, how we are ignored in medical research!
Have you spoken to a gyn recently to see if HRT might be something you need / or would help you now? I'm so sorry to hear how drs have failed you. I can relate because I've had so many medical issues where drs just wrote it off.
I would like to add that I had symptoms very similar to yours but it turned out that I have Prolactinoma. Basically I have a benign tumor on my Pituitary that over produces the hormone Prolactin. It basically gives me severe pregnancy symptoms (luckily I did not have Lactation but many do), which I had confused as premenopause symptoms because I knew I absolutely could not get pregnant. And ironically Prolactinoma also stops your periods and makes your infertile. But this experience, and all the research I have done around it, has lead me to discover that at least 50% of women will deal with some kind of major issue regarding their Endocrine or Reproductive system, or a hormonal imbalance, and at least 70% of them go undiagnosed. So I highly encourage every women to not be afraid to insist your Primary Care Doctor or OBGYN refer you to an Endocrinologist to have a full hormonal workup done anytime something feels a little off. We all know our own bodies the best, and no matter what they try to tell us is "normal", we know when something isn't right. Because most Primary Care Doctors and OBGYNS do not test for some of the most common issues. My symptoms went on for years and I had tons of testing done by my PC and multiple OBs, who just kept telling me nothing was coming up in the testing and what I was experiencing was normal hormonal changes. Yet it was very easily found my Prolactin numbers were high, as well as my Testosterone and some other things weren't where they should be, with the first test my Endo did. This has made me firmly believe that all women should go to see an Endo to have a full work up done every 2 years starting at the age of 25, and it should be treated as being just as important as your annuals with your OBGYN.
This was so insightful & I'm definitely gonna talk my gynecologist about the symptoms I've been having. Thank You so much for having compassion & sharing your experiences with us. I'm so glad you finally found solutions for peace of mind. It's so fun being a woman sometimes isn't it lol *sigh* Goodness. Blessed Be🖤💜🌙✨️
You're welcome! I've been frustrated by the fact that no one wants to talk about it and no one seems to know much about it. Like I feel it's ridiculous that some of the gynecologists I saw could not be more helpful. And I know that I can't be alone in wanting to see more conversations on this topic.
This was very helpful. Thank you. I had an endocrinologist who said "you're X years old, you're probably in menopause" (he repeated this multiple times). However, he didn't do anything further and instead of referring me to a OB/GYN he gave me a phone number to try to find one myself and said "goo luck". Even though, as with all specialties it requires an actual referral. Now that I finally have a GP I am going to try to get some real answers and a better plan of action.
I recommend looking for a gynecologist or someone who specializes in HRT or PMDD or Menopause. My gynecologist has all of the listed on their site. I’m sorry to hear that your experience was similar to many of mine. I’m glad you have a new dr and you’re going to get some real answers!
You look stunning 💜💜 Thank you for being vulnerable with us and telling us what you are going through. I am 99% sure I have Perimenopause or PMDDWhen you were talking I was nodding my head!! I see my gyno soon and will talk with her. Thank you for this!!!
You’re welcome! I just knew I wasn’t the only person feeling alone in this, so I figured by sharing we’d feel less alone. And that by talking about symptoms it will give people a starting point with their doctors for help.
How great of you to share your personal story .. at 76 I’m past all of those issues .. but I’m sure many of your subscribers will be helped by your sharing .. ❤
@@Phyrra I understand what you mean. I hope you are doing well. I'm out of commission for a while. We just tested positive for covid Thursday. It sucks.
Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear that! Rest up. I’m not doing well physically. I pushed myself to film this video and edit it after work on Thursday and I overdid it and I’m still in pain today, hoping it’s all gone tomorrow.
@Phyrra thank you. Oh no. Take care of yourself and get some rest. I've been laying around since last Wednesday night. Fever and chills. It was awful. Feeling a bit better now. I hope you are doing better soon.
Oh yeah I'll talk about it! I'm fully paused and taking synthetic estrogen. Natural (horse) estrogen spiked my blood sugar for some reason. My doctor has been responsive to my needs and I haven't suffered much at all. It probably was relatively easy because I had a hysterectomy at age 37 (adenomyosis and fibroids) and therefore got to skip out on what would have probably been the worst part. However, about 4 years ago I had to get off of my antidepressants because of allergies, so some old trauma symptoms popped out. Still trying to get through that. I think the timing of that is just coincidental. You may notice in your fifties that your spinal disks compress some and you lose height even if your bone density is good. I kind of forgot about that and was surprised when I had lost 1/4 inch of height over the past 5 years.
@@Phyrra I enjoy it though it can be hard if you’re sensitive and it’s hard to read about others struggling. But they have loads of information on there.
My surgeries kicked me into perimenopause in December/January. Sadly there’s a dearth of information. I’m collecting more book sources for a follow up to help. I’m sorry you didn’t find inclination information earlier. Women’s health is so neglected.
Thanks for making the video. I'm in my mid-40s, and I've been noticing some changes, and suspect that I'm in perimenopause. I've mentioned it to my doctor, but she hasn't offered any advice. It's good to hear what others are experiencing.
It’s frustrating that your doctor didn’t order and advice. I’ve got a good list of books on this topic for a follow up video to help! I’m sorry your dr has been dismissive. I hope you can speak to a gynecologist who can help 💜
Thanks for this, Cordelia! The women on my Dad's side of the family have POF (premature ovarian failure); some started as early as age 25. I suffer from this myself. I don't really know when I started as my symptoms were masked by being on the pill and I found out shortly after I got married at age 32 that I was already in full-blown menopause. I'm sorry you're not doing well--sending you some purple healing vibes 💜
I’m finally on the mend! I am cleared to lift over 10 lbs, drive and go back to physical therapy. I’m so sorry to hear what happened to you! I hate how women’s health is basically ignored if it doesn’t revolve around having babies.
PSA: if you are postmenopausal and have a period, please see your healthcare provider IMMEDIATELY. This is not normal and could be a sign of cancer. Please tell this to any women you know who are peri- or postmenopausal. Also, let your pharmacist (and physician) know about any supplements you take. I take calcium carbonate because I'm perimenopausal, and I have to stagger it with some of my meds as they can interact. I did a research project on menopause and hot flashes do not happen to everyone (fingers crossed for myself). I am terrified of menopause because my mom went through it after I was born, and she was ... unpleasant during those years. I've been perimenopausal for 2.5 years now, and so far, so good. Thanks Cordelia ❤
Thank you for sharing this! I’m still having a period, but it’s very irregular because of taking Slynd all the way through. I’m trying to minimize me having them. My first of 2024 was in January. I’m grateful to not have hot flashes. Very cool that you did a research project! Thank you for sharing the PSA!
You've been in my thoughts often and I'm hoping that you're able to get the help you need soon to provide relief.
My periods stopped when I was 36. They were irregular for about 3 months, then just ended. No doctor found it to be of any concern at all. And back then (I'm now 60), there was no talk whatsoever about how loss of estrogen affects heart, bone, brain and many other aspects of health. Recently, I heard that chronic cough post-menopause (which I seem to have developed) is a "thing," due to increased inflammation tendencies throughout the body, including the lungs. All these past 25 years, I probably should've been on HRT for those reasons. I never did have any of the typical peri- or menopause symptoms, so doctors just waved it off as "lucky you!" Yes, it seriously sucks, how we are ignored in medical research!
Have you spoken to a gyn recently to see if HRT might be something you need / or would help you now? I'm so sorry to hear how drs have failed you. I can relate because I've had so many medical issues where drs just wrote it off.
I would like to add that I had symptoms very similar to yours but it turned out that I have Prolactinoma. Basically I have a benign tumor on my Pituitary that over produces the hormone Prolactin. It basically gives me severe pregnancy symptoms (luckily I did not have Lactation but many do), which I had confused as premenopause symptoms because I knew I absolutely could not get pregnant. And ironically Prolactinoma also stops your periods and makes your infertile. But this experience, and all the research I have done around it, has lead me to discover that at least 50% of women will deal with some kind of major issue regarding their Endocrine or Reproductive system, or a hormonal imbalance, and at least 70% of them go undiagnosed. So I highly encourage every women to not be afraid to insist your Primary Care Doctor or OBGYN refer you to an Endocrinologist to have a full hormonal workup done anytime something feels a little off. We all know our own bodies the best, and no matter what they try to tell us is "normal", we know when something isn't right. Because most Primary Care Doctors and OBGYNS do not test for some of the most common issues. My symptoms went on for years and I had tons of testing done by my PC and multiple OBs, who just kept telling me nothing was coming up in the testing and what I was experiencing was normal hormonal changes. Yet it was very easily found my Prolactin numbers were high, as well as my Testosterone and some other things weren't where they should be, with the first test my Endo did. This has made me firmly believe that all women should go to see an Endo to have a full work up done every 2 years starting at the age of 25, and it should be treated as being just as important as your annuals with your OBGYN.
Thank you so much for sharing this! It’s so important to know.
This was so insightful & I'm definitely gonna talk my gynecologist about the symptoms I've been having. Thank You so much for having compassion & sharing your experiences with us. I'm so glad you finally found solutions for peace of mind. It's so fun being a woman sometimes isn't it lol *sigh* Goodness. Blessed Be🖤💜🌙✨️
So glad to help you start the conversation with your Dr! Yes it can be challenging to deal with.
Yes!! Thank you!! Totally here for this conversation.
So glad! It’s definitely an area I’m learning more about! Found some good resources to add for my next video 💜
Thank you for being so open about this topic Cordelia!
You're welcome! I've been frustrated by the fact that no one wants to talk about it and no one seems to know much about it. Like I feel it's ridiculous that some of the gynecologists I saw could not be more helpful. And I know that I can't be alone in wanting to see more conversations on this topic.
This was very helpful. Thank you. I had an endocrinologist who said "you're X years old, you're probably in menopause" (he repeated this multiple times). However, he didn't do anything further and instead of referring me to a OB/GYN he gave me a phone number to try to find one myself and said "goo luck". Even though, as with all specialties it requires an actual referral. Now that I finally have a GP I am going to try to get some real answers and a better plan of action.
I recommend looking for a gynecologist or someone who specializes in HRT or PMDD or Menopause. My gynecologist has all of the listed on their site. I’m sorry to hear that your experience was similar to many of mine. I’m glad you have a new dr and you’re going to get some real answers!
@@Phyrra It would be great if no one had to have these kinds of experiences. Thank you again for this video.
You are so welcome! And yes, I wish no one had to go through this. Maybe some day women’s health issues will be funded on these topics.
You look stunning 💜💜 Thank you for being vulnerable with us and telling us what you are going through.
I am 99% sure I have Perimenopause or PMDDWhen you were talking I was nodding my head!! I see my gyno soon and will talk with her. Thank you for this!!!
You’re welcome! I hope you get your answers soon! I know his frustrating this can be.
Thank you for talking about this.
You’re welcome! I just knew I wasn’t the only person feeling alone in this, so I figured by sharing we’d feel less alone. And that by talking about symptoms it will give people a starting point with their doctors for help.
I ended up buying an old copy of Our Bodies, Ourselves and that had some good bits in it.@@Phyrra
I just picked up the Menopause Manifesto you mentioned for free from Amazon on Audible! amzn.to/3ws2wrD Another commenter recommended it!
@@Phyrra Many thanks!
Thanks for sharing ❤
You’re welcome!
I'm so happy I found your videos. You inspire me!
So happy to inspire you!
How great of you to share your personal story .. at 76 I’m past all of those issues .. but I’m sure many of your subscribers will be helped by your sharing .. ❤
Thank you Marilyn! I'm hoping it helps! Sending you lots of love!
Thank you for sharing! This is definitely a subject that should be discussed more. ❤
You are so welcome! It was difficult to make, but glad it starts the conversation. 💜
@@Phyrra I understand what you mean. I hope you are doing well. I'm out of commission for a while. We just tested positive for covid Thursday. It sucks.
Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear that! Rest up. I’m not doing well physically. I pushed myself to film this video and edit it after work on Thursday and I overdid it and I’m still in pain today, hoping it’s all gone tomorrow.
@Phyrra thank you. Oh no. Take care of yourself and get some rest. I've been laying around since last Wednesday night. Fever and chills. It was awful. Feeling a bit better now. I hope you are doing better soon.
I’ve taken it easy all day today to test those muscles and didn’t game or do anything to tax them. Hoping I’ll be better tomorrow 💕
Oh yeah I'll talk about it! I'm fully paused and taking synthetic estrogen. Natural (horse) estrogen spiked my blood sugar for some reason. My doctor has been responsive to my needs and I haven't suffered much at all. It probably was relatively easy because I had a hysterectomy at age 37 (adenomyosis and fibroids) and therefore got to skip out on what would have probably been the worst part. However, about 4 years ago I had to get off of my antidepressants because of allergies, so some old trauma symptoms popped out. Still trying to get through that. I think the timing of that is just coincidental. You may notice in your fifties that your spinal disks compress some and you lose height even if your bone density is good. I kind of forgot about that and was surprised when I had lost 1/4 inch of height over the past 5 years.
Thank you for sharing! This is so helpful.
Thank you so much for making this video 🖤
You're so welcome! It is so much to deal with!
Thank you.🎉❤
You are so welcome! 💕
Cordelia, are you on the menopause subreddit?
I am not! Should I be? I’m fairly certain my double mastectomy sent me into perimenopause in December.
@@Phyrra I enjoy it though it can be hard if you’re sensitive and it’s hard to read about others struggling. But they have loads of information on there.
I’ll check it out! Thank you so much for the recommendation!
This would've been great 15 to 20 years ago. I'm in the tail end of menopause and I'm 50.
My surgeries kicked me into perimenopause in December/January. Sadly there’s a dearth of information. I’m collecting more book sources for a follow up to help. I’m sorry you didn’t find inclination information earlier. Women’s health is so neglected.
You look beautiful 💜🫶🏻
Thank you!