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[Tates82]

Hi, thank you for accepting me onto the forum.
I’m 41 and had total hysterectomy almost  4 years ago after being diagnosed with endometrial cancer. I was 37 at the time, so my ovaries were left behind in the hope I could preserve natural hormones for a little bit longer, however I ended up having those removed 8 months ago too when I developed early warning symptoms of recurrence.
Since then I’ve been in surgical menopause, and on a very low dose of evorel patches (25mcg).
I felt like it was sufficient for a while, but over the last 3 months I’ve been on an awful downward spiral of mood swings, anxiety and hot flushes/night sweats/joint pain. I feel like I’m going insane at times and it’s scary.
My GP has referred me to the menopause clinic but that’s a 6-8month wait. In the meantime, I’ve had HRT increased to 50mcg and started 100mg Utrogestan..
Has anyone else been in a similar position? How did this regime work for you?
Anything else I can do myself to help manage my symptoms? I feel so lonely and isolated, my friends are supportive but none of them really understand my situation as they’re still all young and not anywhere near menopause yet.

[CLKD]

Oh dear, how awful for U! 

Hopefully some1 will be along with regards a regime that may suit until you are able to be seen in the Clinic.

Do U think an appropriate anti-depressant might help with the flushes, there are a few that supposedly ease those symptoms.  In the mean time, put the names of the products into the search box: separately : and see what pops up. Make notes.

 

[SarahT]

Hello Tates, nice to 'meet you're

I am sure there are others on here who have gone through early surgical menopause day I may be able to offer similar experiences and advice. I have heard of an organisation called daisynetwork  which helps with early menopause I don't know if they may also be able to help.

Although all on her have varying symptoms and causes, it's helps so much to have a support and I understanding. You have been through so much already and I can see you need some extra support. Even us who have a ' normal ' menopause find ourselves feeling isolated as others around us may not have such had symotoms. You can ask anything on here, generally someone will have an answer or just a kind word.

Wish you well

[Tates82]

Thank you both!
I’m googling Daisy network as we speak!
GP is really good, and has increased my dosage, with an agreement to review at 3 month intervals.
I tried venlafaxine prior to ovary removal but it didn’t agree with me, but if the increased HRT doesn’t help I’ll definitely discuss other options.

[CLKD]

U may find that anxiety will ease as hormones settle a bit.  That doesn't lessen the effects though as I know fro experience 

 Keep in touch!