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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: lizzog on October 24, 2020, 05:50:49 PM

Title: Hot flush and palpitations
Post by: lizzog on October 24, 2020, 05:50:49 PM
I’ve just had a terrifying episode where I had a long palpitation followed by what felt like a hot flush and dizziness. I’ve had this a couple of times before when I have night sweats and ache - seems to be as my Oestrogel bottle is getting low! Anyone else??
Title: Re: Hot flush and palpitations
Post by: Kathleen on October 24, 2020, 06:46:58 PM
Hello lizzog.

I think your experience will resonate with many of the ladies on this site, they certainly do with me!
Palpitations used to be  one of my worst symptoms and a friend of mine had many dizzy spells. As you know night sweats and aching are standard meno fare unfortunately.

I am sure other ladies who are  currently suffering will soon  be along to advise you.

Take care.

K.

Title: Re: Hot flush and palpitations
Post by: lizzog on October 24, 2020, 07:21:12 PM
Thanks for the reply- they don’t happen often but boy do I know about it when they do!!
Title: Re: Hot flush and palpitations
Post by: sheila99 on October 24, 2020, 07:50:10 PM
If it only happens when the bottle gets low I'd suspect you'reaa bit low in oestrogen. I think you get a smaller dose as they get low. I always have a new bottle alongside an older one so I can compare it.
Title: Re: Hot flush and palpitations
Post by: lizzog on October 24, 2020, 08:51:20 PM
Yes I’m definitely changing the bottle tonight!
Title: Re: Hot flush and palpitations
Post by: silverstar on October 25, 2020, 09:11:07 AM
Hi there,
I have had palpitations since my 30’s and hot flushes after a total hysterectomy 10 years ago, not allowed hrt because of endometriosis. Have found that taking 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed and 1-2 tablespoons of chia seed a day greatly improve my symptoms. I put it in porridge or make a sort of pudding out of it with hazelnut milk ( add milk and leave it in fridge for a couple of hours to swell up). Then I add nuts, honey, fruit or cocoa powder to it. It’s a bit gloopy like tapioca but I love the taste now.
Also use olive oil for cooking as my only oil, all this adds omega 3’s which are supposed to help.