Thanks for allowing me to join this group. I'm 47 years old and have recently gone to my GP for help. Over the last few years things have been changing for me finally reaching a point where my periods are so painful and heavy they are impacting my quality of life (including my ability to go to work some days). Additionally my moods are all over the place. I feel low and anxious a lot of the time now where previously this was limited to the week before my period. Also suffering with joint pain, bloating and extreme tiredness. My GP has ordered blood tests to check my hormone levels including thyroid. I've already been advised that HRT is not suitable for me due to health history and a Mirena Coil is likely to be recommended. I'm reading lots searching for information and seeing a lot of mixed feedback. Any suggestions which could help alleviate my symptoms? I simply can't continue like this regardless of any blood test results.