Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: jo-jowilks on May 02, 2021, 02:42:56 PM
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Hi, I've finally decided I can no longer put up with my menopause symptoms (hot flushes, vaginal dryness and urinary incontinence) and have contacted my Dr to see what can be done, she has suggested a vaginal oestrogen cream or pessary and also recommended this website for useful info and advice.
I was just wondering if others have found this kind of treatment useful?
Many thanks
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Ovestin is a cream and Vagifem a pessary both have been life changing for me as before i got treatment i could't sleep, sit or walk with the discomfort of VA.
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Topical estrogen doesn't do anything for hot flushes though, you need full HRT for that.
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Thank you x
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You don't need an exam to be prescribed 'vagifem' or 'ovestin' medication which eases vaginal atrophy. We have threads on that, and 'bladder issues' which you might find useful.
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Thank you x
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My GP went on symptoms, following repeated symptoms of urine 'infections'. For weeks the samples were dipped in the surgery and ABs prescribed, then a sample was sent to a Lab and came back with no growth. Also with many surgeries being closed, we shouldn't have to wait for something that will ease symptoms.
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...... anything in particular that you might have read ? Minusminnie - do U keep a mood/food/symptom diary to chart progress etc., to discuss with the practice nurse?
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Minusminnie, you really do not need to be examined to have Ovestin and Vagifem prescribed. Symptoms of VA are generally enough unless you have other concerns.
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I get repeat prescription for ovestin and no examination. Just a telephone consultation every year. Suits me. Systemic hrt when I was on it required checks like blood pressure etc.