Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: kathryn22 on January 18, 2024, 08:22:55 AM
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:'(Good morning all
Has anyone any thoughts
Been on vaginal replacement therapy for a couple of months and feeling more and more depressed day by day. Waking up everyday brings a deep sadness and feeling of emptiness, my appetite has dwindled to almost non existent and I have to make a conscious effort to eat and drink, even getting off the sofa is an effort.
Could there be a link to the oestrogen replacement for VA or is it just the trauma of coping with it taking a toll? In the past, but many years ago, I did suffer from depression and I don’t think it ever really leaves you. But this is horrible. Do I tough it out or contact my non to sympathetic GP ?? Advice and thoughts appreciated
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Dealing with VA isn’t easy until you find a regime that works for you and reach some sort of acceptance. I don’t think the oestrogen in itself is causing you to feel like this.
I’ve had low mists at times myself but chosen to ride it out. I have a supportive husband to talk to and grandchildren to see to at times who are a good deflection as they have to come first.
I’m sure others will be along to advise. Take care.
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Thats similar to the way I felt before I went on HRT - mine came on suddenly as I had a surgical menopause but maybe you need to dicuss either antidepressants or HRT with your GP
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Vaginal atrophy treatment is very localised. It hasn't impacted on my mental health issues.
In the 1980s and 90s I suffered with depression which is controlled with appropriate medication.
Hormonal upheaval can cause anxiety and depression - perhaps you could ask for an appt with a menopause clinic ?