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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: gele_g on November 04, 2021, 01:09:36 PM

Title: Hi this is my first time on
Post by: gele_g on November 04, 2021, 01:09:36 PM

Hi I'm new to this forum. I'm having problems with the hot flushes.  I've recently been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I've had to stop my Hrt, I've had my operation and I'm now waiting for my chemo. The night flushes ate the worse. I'm not allowed to have any treatment with hormones in. I'm hoping someone will have some suggestions.

Title: Re: Hi this is my first time on
Post by: CLKD on November 04, 2021, 06:10:13 PM

Sorry for your news.  Have you looked at the ovarian cancer support group - Ovacome - for advice? 

Some anti-depressants can ease hot flushes.  Your Consultant should have more information to discuss with you, have you been referred back to your GP? 

Let us know how you get on with the chemotherapy  :bighug:

Title: Re: Hi this is my first time on
Post by: Taz2 on November 04, 2021, 06:38:31 PM

Hi gele_g. Sorry to hear about your cancer but glad you are receiving treatment.

As CLKD says a low dose of SSRI anti depressants has been seen to reduce hot flushes or there is also good results from a blood pressure medication called Clonidine (Dixarit) so maybe one of these will help you. Good luck with your chemo. Let us know how you get on

Taz x  :meltdown:

Title: Re: Hi this is my first time on
Post by: gele_g on November 05, 2021, 10:25:51 AM

Thanks for your messages. My consultant  has already mentioned those drugs. Wanted something more natural,with less possible side effects.

Title: Re: Hi this is my first time on
Post by: CLKD on November 05, 2021, 10:29:56 AM

If your Consultant approves of those drugs, I would go for them.  It can take a while for the body to find a balance with HRT and there aren't many 'natural' options. 

All 'natural' options are basically chemicals and many drugs are synthesised from plants - it's the fillers and outer coating that can cause problems for a few people.  This is common with many medications across all medical conditions.

Let us know how you get on.  MayB make a mood/symptom/food diary to chart progress? 

Title: Re: Hi this is my first time on
Post by: Taz2 on November 05, 2021, 11:50:46 AM

Have you checked out the Alternative Therapies section for some advice/info?

Taz x