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Menopause Discussion => Alternative Therapies => Topic started by: Terri123 on September 30, 2024, 08:43:46 PM

Title: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: Terri123 on September 30, 2024, 08:43:46 PM

Hello,

Newbie here, so apologies if this subject has been covered extensively on previous threads.

I'm looking for ideas on dealing with night sweats.   

I don't take HRT due to previous medical history of ER+ breast cancer and I choose to avoid phytoestrogens for the same reason.  I've suffered from night sweats on and off since chemo plunged me instantly into the menopause age 46 many years ago.  Recently, the night sweats have returned with a vengeance.

Anyone else in a similar situation?  Any hints and tips please?

Title: Re: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: VioletAquarius on September 30, 2024, 10:19:01 PM

Hi Terri123

Welcome to the forum.

Acupuncture can help with night sweats.

Title: Re: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: Gnatty on October 01, 2024, 08:18:25 AM

Some antidepressants can be extremely good at dealing with night sweats and some other difficult symptoms of menopause.And are often prescribed for women who can't take HRT. Maybe have a chat with your GP/ consultant

Title: Re: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: sheila99 on October 01, 2024, 08:46:46 AM

There's that new drug as well. Can't remember what it's called but I think Nas is on it. Can anyone else remember or shall I try to find it? I'm not sure if it's generally available on the NHS yet.

Title: Re: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: CLKD on October 01, 2024, 09:26:40 AM

 :welcomemm:

Title: Re: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: Jenna on October 01, 2024, 10:36:54 AM

Quote from: sheila99 on October 01, 2024, 08:46:46 AM

There's that new drug as well. Can't remember what it's called but I think Nas is on it. Can anyone else remember or shall I try to find it? I'm not sure if it's generally available on the NHS yet.

This one, Sheila, Veoza?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-67747479

It’s not yet available on the NHS, but apparently you can buy it through the Superdrug Online Doctor.

Title: Re: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: Nas on October 01, 2024, 08:46:17 PM

Hi Terri123
I’m in a similar situation to you, in that I can’t take HRT. I’m indeed on Veoza ( thanks Jenna).

It’s only available on private prescription ( at the moment). I pay £62 for a months supply and for me it works. I’m under Dr Paula Briggs for this medication.

Alternatively you could try sage tincture, or as Gnatty mentioned, some anti depressants can work for troublesome symptoms.

Hope this helps ☺️

Title: Re: Night sweats, not able to take HRT
Post by: Ana21 on October 10, 2024, 08:03:23 AM

Hi Terri123

A B12 deficiency can cause night sweats.  Our ability to absorb B12 declines with age.  It's water soluble.  Your body absorbs as much as it needs and any excess passes through your urine.  Severe deficiency or malabsorption is treated by intrasmuscular injection, but oral/sublingual works for most of us.


Nas, good to hear the Veoza is working for you.