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Post menopause

Posted by raebrenda @raebrenda, Aug 4, 2025

I am 72 and did not know/realize that this stage of our life is here till the end. I am just starting to notice the change in my body, but mostly my mental health, as well insomnia, lots of tears, and grieving for my youth to some extent, lots of sadness
I’m not sure what I can or should do,
Does anyone else experience any of these symptoms, and would appreciate any advice
Thanks

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louiemeyers | @louiemeyers | Aug 21, 2025

I had a full hysterectomy at 39 due to severe endomentriosis everywhere. Went on estrogen for 7 years and did fine except some hot flashes. At 51 went on a low dose antidepressant as went through a depression and I manage well so stay on it.

However that is Part A. Part B for me is I also have a personal relationship with Jesus as my Savior and Lord and it is real; not just a religion. Doesnt mean I dont have adversity; but He walks me through things well.

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aardvark2118 | @aardvark2118 | Aug 21, 2025

While I am sorry to hear what everyone is going through what a relief to me to hear I’m not the only one having a rough time with all of this including aging. Was not expecting this to be so difficult. Thank you all for sharing You’ve helped me

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darleneaa5gmail | @darleneaa5gmail | Aug 28, 2025
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I am 59 yrs old and have been in post menopausal since age 54. It’s been a difficult beginning; this transition is no joke. I’ve experienced a lot of stress prior to this and believe it’s the reason why my symptoms were so bad. High cortisol leading to racing heartbeats, palpitations, elevated BP, insomnia, brain fog. It was so bad I thought something was wrong with heart. My PCP recommended a cardiologist who recommended a stress test, echocardiogram, and a nuclear stress test. My PCP really could help. It wasn’t until I started seeing a holistic dr that ran a bunch of blood tests, who was very knowledgeable about this kind of stuff and recommended natural supplements to assist with my menopausal issues. This year, I finally decided to go on HRT (estradiol gel) the lowest dose possible to balance out my hormones. I don’t take the full dose as recommend. I only take a
Teardrop and massage into my skin each evening. It has really helped me.
I also take magnesium glycinate and potassium before I go to bed. This really helps me to sleep better.

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Hi, how do you use the estradiol gel? I have some to insert in my vagina and have been using it for 2 months.
I had Premarin cream before and it did not help the severe dryness and UTI pain that I have had for 4 months. My doctor doesn’t want to give me an estrogen patch.

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Sep 1, 2025
In reply to @darleneaa5gmail "Hi, how do you use the estradiol gel? I have some to insert in my vagina..." + (show)
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Hi, how do you use the estradiol gel? I have some to insert in my vagina and have been using it for 2 months.
I had Premarin cream before and it did not help the severe dryness and UTI pain that I have had for 4 months. My doctor doesn’t want to give me an estrogen patch.

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Why doesn't he want to prescribe the patch?

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health77 | @health77 | Sep 3, 2025
In reply to @darleneaa5gmail "Hi, how do you use the estradiol gel? I have some to insert in my vagina..." + (show)
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Hi, how do you use the estradiol gel? I have some to insert in my vagina and have been using it for 2 months.
I had Premarin cream before and it did not help the severe dryness and UTI pain that I have had for 4 months. My doctor doesn’t want to give me an estrogen patch.

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Change doctors!!! Surely you can find perhaps a female doctor that can help you!

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darleneaa5gmail | @darleneaa5gmail | Sep 4, 2025
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Why doesn't he want to prescribe the patch?

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I am seeing a female GYN now and she says the same thing as my PCP.
That I could have a stroke and or breast cancer.

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Sep 4, 2025
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Change doctors!!! Surely you can find perhaps a female doctor that can help you!

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Or a fun tional medicine provider.

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diirod | @diirod | Sep 4, 2025
In reply to @darleneaa5gmail "I am seeing a female GYN now and she says the same thing as my PCP...." + (show)
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I am seeing a female GYN now and she says the same thing as my PCP.
That I could have a stroke and or breast cancer.

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I saw a Dr at Mayo women’s center in Rochester. She prescribed the estradiol patch for me after many primary care docs I saw took me off saying the same thing about cancer and stroke. She told me it was perfectly fine to be on patch. I have been on it for 15 years. Only thing that helped with hot flashes is my patch.

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