Hi, I am 52 and had my last period 2 years ago.
I have been struggling for the last 6 years. In 2012 I had a breakdown and suffered clinical depression. I was put on a high dose of Sertraline Anti Depressants and was also prescribed hrt (unfortunately I can't remember the name)
I became paranoid that the hrt was causing a facial hair problem and stopped taking it after about 4 months. I lost a lot of weight during this time and have since heard that the weight loss can also be a cause of facial hair.
The ADs did help my depression but I was worried about the long term effects of taking them and weaned myself off them about a year ago.
I still struggle with very low moods and awful anxiety and my GP suggested I try hrt again. He has prescribed Femoston conti and I understand the progesterone in this pill is less androgenic than others. My big concern is that it could worsen the facial hair problem. I am completely paranoid about this. I have other issues that I am too embarassed to mention but just wondered if anyone out there could put my mind at rest or if anyone has experienced unwanted side effects from these pills?
Thank you