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[Roxpen]

Hello 
Long time lurker here who has learnt so much from this site. Thank you!
I am 44 and perimenopausal (diagnosed at 42 with symptoms and raised FSH).
I currently take HRT (mirena, 5 pumps oestrogen and Androfemme testosterone) and am so much better with lots of symptoms controlled - hot flushes, anxiety, insomnia, and muscle ache all much better.

But still so tired! Is this the new normal for me? My testosterone level 3 months ago is now in normal range (0.8 if I remember up from 0.35) but at bottom end so could be this needs to be higher still.
But visited doctor and had lots of blood tests - all normal.
I do seem to have symptoms of hypothyroidism but
TSH =1.48 (range 0.35 - 5.0)
T4 =14 (range 11-23)
I know some people have symptoms when in normal range so is this worth going to discuss with GP?
Any advice gratefully received!!

[jillydoll]

Hi Roxpen
Can't help with your question, I just wanted to welcome you.
Glad you've found us.
I'm sure someone will post soon with some great advice.
 

Jd xx

[Roxpen]

Thank you for the welcome 

[sheila99]

Hi roxpen, I'm in a similar position as you so interested in the replies. On HRT and meno symptoms under control but still tired. Seeing my gp in a couple of weeks so will ask for thyroid tests. I sincerely hope this isn't the new normal.

[Roxpen]

I'm with you there, Sheila    I'm going to make a doctors' appointment to discuss tests in more detail.  Fingers crossed they're sympathetic. I always feel as if I am bothering doctors so if they are dismissive...

[sheila99]

Let us know how you get on? Perhaps they'll let you trial medication to see if it makes a difference.