Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: jorainbow on April 03, 2017, 04:25:29 AM
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I know it's been said before but its 5am and I'm up feeling like hell so even if I just rant it might make me feel better. After an awful few months with relationship crap, a car accident and work stress I'd started to feel more positive. The awful spaced out feeling lifted for a couple of weeks, my appetite and sleeping were on the mend and then moody hormones rear their oh so very ugly head. Anxiety out of control, panic attacks and uncontrollable crying. Plus boobs that actually make me cry when I take my bra off. I went for a walk the other day and literally felt like an old woman my hips were so painful. I'm praying for my period and then it'll lift. I hope.. I'm sorry I know I'm ranting but its just damn awful. No HRT allowed though as im.still regular and no flushes. My son who lives in OZ has also just told me he isn't coming back for a visit in June now which was something I was looking forward to. (Oh there go the tears again) I can hear my dog snoring though that's making me smile a bit 😊 I absolutely hate my hormones!
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:foryou:
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Have a hug to add to the flowers :)
It's pants isn't it - I would certainly stress that you have some other symptoms going on as not everybody gets the flushes anyway. I had regular periods but they were getting quite heavy - and the GP said I could try HRT if I wanted - which I did and it helped a lot with the night sweats. Have another chat as its silly for them to say you are not "allowed" HRT.
Good luck!
SP x
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Oh poor you, it really is crappy isn't it?
Your GP is in the wrong. I was still having regular, normal periods but my GP was happy to prescribe me HRT (and I wasn't having any hot flushes at all).
Can you see a different (more clued up) GP?
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Thanks All!! Stellajane I don't get flushes which is why they won't prescribe just want to shove AD's my way. Will try another gp I think. Had CBT this morning for anxiety and going to get on with some meditation etc too xxx
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Sending you a hug too that rollercoaster we are on is dreadful. I too feel better when my period comes.: like a pressure cooker released 🙁. The downside was tgr3 week bleed that went with it. Yesterday I felt low and on edge .... today it all feels easier.. I hope your day gets better. I read some about AD'S v hrt so I will try to put the link on for in the next post. Xx
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https://womensmentalhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/menopause_guide.pdf
Done it ! X
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Thank you I'll print that off and read 😊😊 with you now stellajane!!!! Feel less like bursting into tears but that buzzy anxiety is just hovering 😡😡
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I never have the flushes. I am normally cold, but do get very hot ( if I run around ;) ) I have also had night sweats for many years, which is useful. ;)
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You vent, there's usually someone to listen ;)
Now: your GP is trying to save money! Have a word with your Practice Nurse and discuss that although you don't have flushes yet, you are definitely hormonal. I have never had flushes but I do have vaginal atrophy which requires localised HRT. No woman is 'the same' during The Change :( ..........
Some medications have been found to ease symptoms that they weren't designed for, which is how some ladies find certain anti-depressants help with flushes even if they aren't depressed. It can be Trial and Error!
Let us know how you get on! and give your GP a :kick: from me!
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CKLD you never fail to make me smile thank you! After having a panic attack just before bed no surprise I'm awake now. Tired out but wired 🙁 Still no sign of period either. Plus 1st CBT session todsy. Plus couples counselling. Plus eldest told me yesterday he isn't coming home from OZ in June for a visit after all. Too much for my hormonal head I think :(
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It may be time for your first hot flush Jo ;)
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You know I'm sure I had one last night ........... ;D ;D
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Appointment made for private meno clinic! GP still thinks AD's are the answer and didn't seem too impressed saying I'd be interested to see what they say. Well yes so would I xx
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Oh well done you! Hopefully if the Clinic suggests treatment, your GP will be able to prescribe it. Is there any way of changing the Surgery?
Sorry about your son cancelling his visit. Is it due to finances, if so could you ........... :-X
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My other son thinks he's just winding me up CKLD! Either way he is paying for me to travel there for my 50th 😁😁😁 period arrived today so hopefully this anxiety and spaced feeling will disappear for a while xx
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I think that if he were winding me up, I would be shutting the door in his face >:(. Even if your son knows something about his brother's intentions, someone should be honest :bang: :bang: :bang:. I would tell son Down Under that you will be away if he aint' visiting and see what his reaction is :D
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I agree - he probably thinks surising may would be nice which of course it would!!!! Anyway period arrived with a bucketful more anxiety and tears plus dizziness. I give up! Just now do I feel sort of human 😨😨😨😨
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Update - period on way out but anxiety still there. Exhausted. One month fine one month I'm someone else. On the plus side I have a new job much nearer home so goodbye hideous commute!!!
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Do you chart your symptoms? If this is getting you down speak to a GP or Pharmacist about 'as necessary' anti-anxiety treatment. Why suffer, regardless of whether the cause is hormonal/not?
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Yep I have a super spreadsheet which turns into a super line graph showing rises in symptoms! I tried propanolol and made me throw up so I just manage it with breathing and distraction at the moment. And ensuring I eat little and often as per your suggestion 😁😁😁 I'm not sure what else they would give as it doesnt warrant diazepam or the like???
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I took Valium and now have another anti-anxiety drug 'as necessary' ........ you know how you feel, whether the anxiety is controllable or if you need something to ease symptoms.
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Thanks CKLD - I'll keep a track of moods and foods and start to implement suggestions from all the lovely ladies on here. Sadly the lovely sunshine has disappeared suddenly so off to walk the dog with a big jumper on! The wind has really got up!!
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It's blustery this afternoon but fortunately the tempt remains 'up', supposed to alter tomorrow ::)
Enjoy :scottie:
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Hi jorainbow, just to share s little tip....starflower oil capsules!! Heavy painful breasts a thing of the past for me and I can vouch as went 4 weeks without in between and god they hurt again! 10 days back on them no pain. Give it a try. 1000mg or 1300mg with vit b6 from holland and barrett.
Good luck with meno clinic 💐👍🏼
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Thanks optimist I'll give them a try! CKLD thanks for the dog again 😉😉😉😉 just thought how can I be so chatty and laugh in a message yet I'm lying here anxious as heck. Odd. There's me and then there's hormone me!!!!