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Menopause Discussion => Postmenopause => Topic started by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 03:33:10 PM

Title: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 03:33:10 PM

Hi,

I am about 4 years post meno, no problems at all until february of this year.

I started HRT (properly) on Friday, estradiol patches 25mg and progesterone every night.

Does anyone know if the patches or the progesterone's side effects are anxiety/depression.

I had no problems at all post meno until out of the blue I developed tinnitus in february, it has gone now, but I now have trouble getting to sleep, I slept like a baby before, and my anxiety and mood are still terrible.

I am hoping that being on HRT now, and with time things will get better.

I just wondered how other ladies were on the estradiol patches and the progesterone.

Thanks xx

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Flossieteacake on June 21, 2022, 04:37:11 PM

Quote from: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 03:33:10 PM

Hi,

I am about 4 years post meno, no problems at all until february of this year.

I started HRT (properly) on Friday, estradiol patches 25mg and progesterone every night.

Does anyone know if the patches or the progesterone's side effects are anxiety/depression.

I had no problems at all post meno until out of the blue I developed tinnitus in february, it has gone now, but I now have trouble getting to sleep, I slept like a baby before, and my anxiety and mood are still terrible.

I am hoping that being on HRT now, and with time things will get better.

I just wondered how other ladies were on the estradiol patches and the progesterone.

Thanks xx

For me the progesterone causes depression. I am totally fine on oestrogen. :)

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 04:58:29 PM

Thanks flossieteacake

How do you manage the depression from the progesterone x

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Flossieteacake on June 21, 2022, 05:00:26 PM

Quote from: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 04:58:29 PM

Thanks flossieteacake

How do you manage the depression from the progesterone x

I have to stop as I become very depressed. I am trying yet another type to see if I can tolerate it.

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Dee on June 21, 2022, 06:05:03 PM

Sorry for jumping in discogirl trying to reply to your message but dont know what lm doing not tech savvy my anxiety and thoughts are bad today although get better in evening so ads must be working hope l get hrt frid when l see dr .Is it not helping you ? Will hrt make my anxiety worse ?.Really appreciate you taking time to message me really helps thanks Dee x

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 06:25:40 PM

Hi dee

Well what im thinking is that with progesterone i may have to give it time.

Is your anxiety a new symptom or is it a new symptom.  Have you thought about counselling for your anxiety.

How are you finding the magnesium xx

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 06:33:34 PM

Can i also ask flossieteacake what are you trying instead of progesterone.

Is it the micronized progesterone you were on xx

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Flossieteacake on June 21, 2022, 06:40:54 PM

Quote from: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 06:33:34 PM

Can i also ask flossieteacake what are you trying instead of progesterone.

Is it the micronized progesterone you were on xx

I tried provera, ultragestan, norehisterone, then 2 desogestrel daily. Each one gave me deep depression, suicidal thoughts, sadness. At my most recent menopause appointment, the Dr suggested trying 2 desogesteral on alternate days to see if I can get used to it slowly. I already take 1 a day and have done for many years. Sorry, I am of no help as I have not found one I can tolerate.

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 06:43:55 PM

Its trial and error sometimes is'nt it.

And just talking about stuff on this forum helps.

Hope you find one you can tolerate.

Good luck x

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 06:45:46 PM

And dee remember your not on your own.

Im on here most days and lots of lovely ladies on here to help as well xxxx

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Flossieteacake on June 21, 2022, 06:47:27 PM

Quote from: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 06:43:55 PM

Its trial and error sometimes is'nt it.

And just talking about stuff on this forum helps.

Hope you find one you can tolerate.

Good luck x

Yes, I think it is. It is such a shame we need the progesterone when we find it difficult to tolerate. Thank you for your kind words. I hope you can find something too.  :)

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Dee on June 21, 2022, 07:12:31 PM

Hi discogirl did have referral to councillor who told me would be of no use as l needed Hrt hence awaiting dr  on friday will keep updated hope you feeling better soon Deexx

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 21, 2022, 07:36:11 PM

Let me know how you get on dee on friday.

I do think low hormone levels are to blame for a lot.

How are you finding the magnesium xxx

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Dee on June 22, 2022, 06:50:45 AM

Hi discogirl magnesium seems to be helping going to keep trying will keep updated thanks Dee x

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: Ann Lockett on June 24, 2022, 04:34:16 PM

Hi I am also having dreadful side effects on the Evo Continent patches just gone back on them recently but having to come off them due to severe depression. I think some people just can’t tolerate progesterone!!!! I tried all types last time and was dreadful, not sure what I am going to do now

Title: Re: estrogen patches and progesterone
Post by: discogirl on June 24, 2022, 07:05:10 PM

I agree.

 i think im one if those people unfortunstely too.

I hope you find a way through this xxx