Depression runs in our family on both sides. As does agoraphobia on my Mother's side
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I had bad period pains almost from the 1st year …….. relieved only when taking The Pill. I had uncontrollable weepyness the night before a bleed began, even if a period wasn't due. After being sterilised I had bad PMT and NAPS were really helpful, in fact their advice saved my Life.
Add to that being anorexic-type from age 5 and having my first panic attack aged 3
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Menopause crept up a bit. I was dealing with 4 very ill pets so that took over, emotionally I was a wreck anyway
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. So am very relieved that menopause symptoms have been dealt with as they arise.
I think it also helps to have a very helpful GP in the early stages of this journey because trying to find out info and battling for suitable treatment is often a step to far.