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[discogirl]

Hi,

I am about 4 years post meno, no problems at all until february of this year.

I started HRT (properly) on Friday, estradiol patches 25mg and progesterone every night.

Does anyone know if the patches or the progesterone's side effects are anxiety/depression.

I had no problems at all post meno until out of the blue I developed tinnitus in february, it has gone now, but I now have trouble getting to sleep, I slept like a baby before, and my anxiety and mood are still terrible.

I am hoping that being on HRT now, and with time things will get better.

I just wondered how other ladies were on the estradiol patches and the progesterone.

Thanks xx

[Flossieteacake]

Hi,

I am about 4 years post meno, no problems at all until february of this year.

I started HRT (properly) on Friday, estradiol patches 25mg and progesterone every night.

Does anyone know if the patches or the progesterone's side effects are anxiety/depression.

I had no problems at all post meno until out of the blue I developed tinnitus in february, it has gone now, but I now have trouble getting to sleep, I slept like a baby before, and my anxiety and mood are still terrible.

I am hoping that being on HRT now, and with time things will get better.

I just wondered how other ladies were on the estradiol patches and the progesterone.

Thanks xx

For me the progesterone causes depression. I am totally fine on oestrogen.

[discogirl]

Thanks flossieteacake

How do you manage the depression from the progesterone x

[Flossieteacake]

Thanks flossieteacake

How do you manage the depression from the progesterone x

I have to stop as I become very depressed. I am trying yet another type to see if I can tolerate it.

[Dee]

Sorry for jumping in discogirl trying to reply to your message but dont know what lm doing not tech savvy my anxiety and thoughts are bad today although get better in evening so ads must be working hope l get hrt frid when l see dr .Is it not helping you ? Will hrt make my anxiety worse ?.Really appreciate you taking time to message me really helps thanks Dee x

[discogirl]

Hi dee

Well what im thinking is that with progesterone i may have to give it time.

Is your anxiety a new symptom or is it a new symptom.  Have you thought about counselling for your anxiety.

How are you finding the magnesium xx

[discogirl]

Can i also ask flossieteacake what are you trying instead of progesterone.

Is it the micronized progesterone you were on xx

[Flossieteacake]

Can i also ask flossieteacake what are you trying instead of progesterone.

Is it the micronized progesterone you were on xx

I tried provera, ultragestan, norehisterone, then 2 desogestrel daily. Each one gave me deep depression, suicidal thoughts, sadness. At my most recent menopause appointment, the Dr suggested trying 2 desogesteral on alternate days to see if I can get used to it slowly. I already take 1 a day and have done for many years. Sorry, I am of no help as I have not found one I can tolerate.

[discogirl]

Its trial and error sometimes is'nt it.

And just talking about stuff on this forum helps.

Hope you find one you can tolerate.

Good luck x

[discogirl]

And dee remember your not on your own.

Im on here most days and lots of lovely ladies on here to help as well xxxx

[Flossieteacake]

Its trial and error sometimes is'nt it.

And just talking about stuff on this forum helps.

Hope you find one you can tolerate.

Good luck x

Yes, I think it is. It is such a shame we need the progesterone when we find it difficult to tolerate. Thank you for your kind words. I hope you can find something too. 

[Dee]

Hi discogirl did have referral to councillor who told me would be of no use as l needed Hrt hence awaiting dr  on friday will keep updated hope you feeling better soon Deexx

[discogirl]

Let me know how you get on dee on friday.

I do think low hormone levels are to blame for a lot.

How are you finding the magnesium xxx

[Dee]

Hi discogirl magnesium seems to be helping going to keep trying will keep updated thanks Dee x

[Ann Lockett]

Hi I am also having dreadful side effects on the Evo Continent patches just gone back on them recently but having to come off them due to severe depression. I think some people just can’t tolerate progesterone!!!! I tried all types last time and was dreadful, not sure what I am going to do now