Hi racjen
I think women in surgical menopause such as you present a very different scenario re oestrogen and testosterone levels and appropriate replacement than the rest of us - because you do not have ovaries producing these hormones or their precursors.
It's difficult as you say to know whether it is your oestrogen
per se which is too high or the absence of testosterone. The thing is also I did think you increased your oestrogen gradually which is how replacement is recommended - in order to prevent sudden increase and minimise side effects? Also it is known that some women do need very high oestrogen levels to prevent depression. I had a look at the site where that comment was made but couldn't find the original - but it wasn't referring to women in surgical menopause, nor oestrogen replacement but if it describes how you feel and you feel worse with higher levels at each stage - then surely you would benefit from remaining at a level where you felt well - if that has ever been the case?
Taking progesterone will surely muddy the waters a bit - as it is sedating and also depressive at high doses although you will presumably need to take it at some point fairly soon in order to shed your womb lining?
I hope you are able to hang in there and cope during the next few weeks so that the next stage of your treatment can be tried?
Take care
Hurdity x
