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[Tempest]

Up and down on the patch too, Paisley! Went to menopause clinic today who prescribed two pumps of Estrogel (and gave me a prescription for 3 months supply too, which was good). The consultant also specified actual Estrogel on the prescription.

I think we need to increase. A 25mcg patch isn't even touching the sides with me! I'm to return to the clinic in September to review and add Testosterone then, all being well.

Tell me - do they have ANY specific menopause clinics in Spain, or is HRT a DIY thing seeing as how it's sold over the counter? xxxx

[paisley]

Hi Tempest
Really hope the oestrogel has some effect & yes I do need to increase mine.
I haven't seen any specific menopause clinics here in Spain. I went to a gynaecologist here in Spain & she prescribed my HRT
Xx

[Daisydot]

There doesent seem to be a need here for meno clinics ladies as it's very easy to get a gynie without the inflated UK prices.They will then prescribe from a much wider choice of options at reasonable prices ie.lenzetto spray very modern very easy to use drys in seconds unlike the gels.vagifem approx 19 euros a box and estring around 30 euros that lasts 3 months.testosterone 2% gel around 60 euros.Last mammogram I had done here was 55 euros.results in hand in 15 mins.C.T scan with latest high speed equipment under £200 bladder kidneys etc all scanned.results immediate also and consultant specialist available to discuss.I could never fault it when I lived here.pharmacists are so knowledgeable and friendly.

[Tempest]

Thank you, Paisley. You pretty much know all the in's and out's of this HRT game anyway, bless you! Just wish there was that one, easy answer though!

It sounds brilliant, Daisydot! I would rather just pay for the things I need (and the prices are so reasonable) than have to go begging and grovelling to the NHS tbh. It's all so bloody 'nanny state' over here! Occasionally you speak to someone in the NHS who treats you, the patient, as if you are a grownup and the lady I saw at the menopause clinic today wasn't bad.  I have a good Neuro. now and my Endo. has been good. Apart from that, it's been pretty abysmal - especially 'first line' i.e. GP's!  xxxx

[Daisydot]

I'm so glad your getting the help you need tempest you have enough going on without the added battles we seem to encounter at every turn I'm so weary of it all in pretty well stocked up now just in case and I'll have no hesitation doing this again.hopefully my private meno consultant has me pretty much sorted now so I'll just get what I can get on the nhs and pay for what I can't now it's a lot less hassle but if they try and take my treatment away again I won't let them without a good fight.well done xx

[paisley]

I don't think the meno experts truly understand what we go through. They still assume it is just hot flashes & don't take the mental problems into much consideration The gynaecologist in Spain is ok but she isn't very experienced in the menopause & told me she doesn't usually give HRT to women over 54 but only in special cases & who can't function without it. Yes the pharmacies are good here. I only have to go in & ask for something & she will give it to me. The spray I use is 10€ & you get 55 sprays for that. Even when I eventually up the dose it will still last me over 27 days.

[paisley]

I have been on 1 spray of HRT for nearly 2 & half months now & had some ups but more downs. Still have hot moments, & all the same mental problems. Do I stick it out until the 3 month mark or increase it now to 2 sprays?
Advice welcome

[Tempest]

I'd say increase, Paisley. I'm currently on 50mcg patch ahead of switching to Estrogel, and have seen quite a big improvement. xxxx

[paisley]

Thanks Tempest
Really glad you have seen an improvement. You've given me the push I need
Xxxx

[Tempest]

I'm here if you need a chat or support. I know how it is! PM me any time, too. xxxx