Anyone else done menopause completely natural?

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Not me. Was forced into it during my 40s and went on HRT. Now at 59 trying to get off the HRT but can't take the hot flashes. I've cut down to 2mg HRT per week. Seems to keep the hot flashes under control but my Doc is not happy about it.

What are you doing?

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I have uncontrollable high blood pressure. My diet is good; I exercise, am not overweight, don't smoke or drink, yet my BP is high. I'm on 2 BP meds and have been for several years, still no relief. They tested and scanned everything looking for tumors or a cause. Determined it's heredity. She said HRT could play a small role, but unsure.

What type of supplements do you use?

Yes.

I have to. I had breast cancer almost 5 years ago and couldn't even handle the AIs, so I can't take anything. My cancer was hormone positive. I had to get a total mastectomy (chose not to reconstruct) so no boobs and a belly SUCKS!

I went into menopause accidentally/ unexpectedly? I had been on depo provera for years, and then, one month, I missed my shot. I kept telling myself I would get my shot once I had a period, but they never came back. It's been a solid 4.5 years since I've had a period. My Dr gave me a cream to use for hot flashes (some combo of estrogen & progestin). I had horrible anxiety. I used it exactly once and was done with it. The hot flashes are uncomfortable but manageable. But, by far, the first thing for me has been all the weight I've put on in my belly. Does not matter what I do, I can't lose weight. I can't stand to look at myself in the mirror. I won't date or even take pics with my kid. It just makes me feel so incredibly sad

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Just venting - In my 50 and tired of monthly periods with no end in sight. According to blood/hormone tests I’m pre/peri menopause. I hate the drier skin, hormone changes, thinning hair and weight gain (no matter how I adjust my diet and exercise the scale will not budge). Fortunately the one symptom I don’t have is hot flashes. Sigh. Does this get better at any point?

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I finally broke down and went back on HRT last week. I have been taking gabapentin for a nerve injury which I’ve learned helps hot flashes. I can’t tell a significant difference yet aside from maybe getting a little better sleep. I saw a new doctor (male) to get my prescription refilled and he seems to have a different philosophy than my last doctor (female). He wants me to be on HRT until 51, but after that he doesn’t recommend it. I hope by that age I’ll be off the gabapentin…

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Welcome to the menopause bowl! This is a supportive place to discuss all facets of menopause as well as HRT. Whether you are in the pre / post or in-between stages, this is the right place for you!

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Premenopausal and I am a complete mess, cry randomly, it’s so embarrassing. I cried at the drs , I cry watching tv, I cry driving home . I can’t handle my emotions . And I literally have nothing to cry about I’m beyond blessed . On the other hand I have turned into a hermit and hate leaving me house 😂😂😂😂 I use to jig 3 miles a day 4 days a week and that would kee weight off now with the same jog im gaining weight . . I just want to know im not the only person …

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What do you see are the pros and cons of HRT? There are so many conflicting reports! Also how do you know if your dose is too low or too high? The symptoms seem to mimic each other. I’d love to see if we can get a healthcare speaker to chat with about this topic.

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I’ve been really depressed. I mean this is a low point I haven’t experienced in awhile. My job is horrible, I’m getting heavy, so many factors...when can this be blamed on menopause or just life in general??

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Hello!! I was able to secure a speaker in February who specializes in Menopause and HRT! I know it’s far in the future but I told her I’d work with what is best for her schedule. I don’t know any nutritionists but will put out some feelers to see if we can secure a speaker in January. I wish you all a Happy Holidays and thank you for taking this journey with me!!

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