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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Vicky81 on August 23, 2023, 04:01:19 PM

Title: Cutting patches and advice on extra sticky pads
Post by: Vicky81 on August 23, 2023, 04:01:19 PM

Hi All

So I'd like to hear of any experiences, hopefully positive about reducing your estrogen patch down, say from 75mg to 60mg. (When a 50mg is too low).
I have gut my 75mg this morning after feeling absolutely dreadfully ill for the last week. 75mg is deffo too high.
Also, anyone know of the sticky pads that can help to stick the patches down better?

Thanks xxx

Title: Re: Cutting patches and advice on extra sticky pads
Post by: Flossieteacake on August 23, 2023, 04:11:57 PM

They are called Tegaderm dressings. :)

Title: Re: Cutting patches and advice on extra sticky pads
Post by: Vicky81 on August 23, 2023, 04:42:43 PM

Cheers Floss! I haven't been on here is ages how are you hun? Xx

Title: Re: Cutting patches and advice on extra sticky pads
Post by: Flossieteacake on August 23, 2023, 04:47:09 PM

I am fine. How are things with you?

Title: Re: Cutting patches and advice on extra sticky pads
Post by: Vicky81 on August 23, 2023, 06:57:20 PM

Well ok I guess. I upped my patch to 75mg from 50 ...my god! I've been off work fir days!!! Terrible jitters , headaches, nausea!!

Xxx

Title: Re: Cutting patches and advice on extra sticky pads
Post by: Flossieteacake on August 23, 2023, 08:12:44 PM

Quote from: Vicky81 on August 23, 2023, 06:57:20 PM

Well ok I guess. I upped my patch to 75mg from 50 ...my god! I've been off work fir days!!! Terrible jitters , headaches, nausea!!

Xxx

That sounds awful. I really hope reducing it helps you to feel better again.