Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => Postmenopause => Topic started by: Tillymint on April 15, 2022, 05:52:22 PM
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Hi all...so today after having my prescription in my bag since December (!) I bit the bullet & started Evorel 50 patches ... literally 6 hours later a massive migraine 😫 this was my main worry about taking HRT & panic attack followed & I've taken rhe patch off already ! I'm gutted ... I'm 2 years no period so def post menopause & my symptoms haven't been horrendous over last few months but since Covid 3 weeks ago hot sweats & mood swings have begun again - just turned 50 & wanted to do HRT for my bones & heart health & just to see if I felt any diffetent but can't afford to get migraines as I'm knocked out for 4 hours at least 😔 ...just wanted to rant - thanks for reading! 😭😭😆
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Were your levels taken before you were prescribed? Normally, postmenopausal ladies are started on the lowest dose (25) and increased as levels and/or symptoms dictate? I wonder if you could have a break for a day or two and then try a half patch? As you've found the courage, it seems a pity not to honour it? Your call, of course!
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I agree with postmeno3. 50 would have been quite a shock to your body. It took me several months to get used to 25. Please do not despair just yet. You may find 25 more tolerable.
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Thank you ladies for your replies - I'll speak to my doctor next week about half dose- thank you again xx
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You could also ask to be referred to an NHS specialist clinic if that might help you feel more confident in the process. Good luck!
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Hi Tillymint. I’d you haven’t had a period for 2 years, a 50 patch is highly likely to be way too much estrogen. If I were you I’d cut the patch in half and start with that until you can follow up with your GP. Having a massive headache so quickly is a good sign that it’s too much estrogen for you x