1. < Women's Health

Living with early menopause - let's chat

Posted by Lisa Lucier @lisalucier, Jul 12, 2017

Let’s talk about living with early menopause. Early menopause is defined as occurring between the ages 40-45 years and premature menopause is less than 40 years old.

As moderator of the Women's Health group, I noticed that several people were talking about early menopause, but those discussions were scattered throughout the community. I thought I would start this discussion to bring us all together in one place to share about coping with challenges and your tips for living with early menopause.

Grab a cup of tea, or beverage of your choice, and let’s chat. Why not start by introducing yourself?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Women's Health Support Group.

Susan Kolar | @susanrko | Jul 20, 2017
In reply to @marield65 "Susan, I had an extremely difficult time dealing with the fact that I most likely would..." + (show)
@marield65

Susan, I had an extremely difficult time dealing with the fact that I most likely would not get pregnant. This i found out at age 25 Got the hysterectomy at 35. But was able to adopt 2 children 2 years apart. That was in the early 70's. I am now in my early 70's and remember it like it was yesterday.
Give yourself time to adjust to yourself and your new you because every day is a gift. Be goofy to yourself and you are right about drinking a lot of water for so many reasons.
You still have a chance that you might get pregnant ? I got pregnant twice for 2 months each, and the Doctor said I would never be able to carry a baby I had a problem with my uterus, it was divided in half. Lucky me, if there was something weird to be it would happen to me. I was so miserable I don't know how my husband put up with it.
Today when I see a pregnant woman I still get a little sad, but I learned that things happen for a reason. I have 2 great kids on their 40's now and 3 grandchildren.
What are your plans for the future? Do you work, travel, read, volunteer, work out? Or are you not there yet?
Keep busy. Have something to look forward to each day. Even if it is a cup of tea or a soap opera.
I am happy that you seem to be adjusting to your new position in life because you are worth it.
Please tell me more about your self. Even if I am old enough to be your mother, my grandkids think I am so much fun and silly and I don't care what anyone else thinks as long as I am happy.
The best to you.
Marie (marield65)

Jump to this post

Wow!! What a scary incident!! Welcome back! How is your knee doing? Is it moving at full capacity? My mother-in-law had her knee replaced in April too. It's been a slow recovery for her. Unfortunately, she still has pain...just a different type of pain. Wishing a good day today!!

REPLY
Marield65. Marie | @marield65 | Jul 20, 2017
In reply to @marield65 "Susan, I had an extremely difficult time dealing with the fact that I most likely would..." + (show)
@marield65

Susan, I had an extremely difficult time dealing with the fact that I most likely would not get pregnant. This i found out at age 25 Got the hysterectomy at 35. But was able to adopt 2 children 2 years apart. That was in the early 70's. I am now in my early 70's and remember it like it was yesterday.
Give yourself time to adjust to yourself and your new you because every day is a gift. Be goofy to yourself and you are right about drinking a lot of water for so many reasons.
You still have a chance that you might get pregnant ? I got pregnant twice for 2 months each, and the Doctor said I would never be able to carry a baby I had a problem with my uterus, it was divided in half. Lucky me, if there was something weird to be it would happen to me. I was so miserable I don't know how my husband put up with it.
Today when I see a pregnant woman I still get a little sad, but I learned that things happen for a reason. I have 2 great kids on their 40's now and 3 grandchildren.
What are your plans for the future? Do you work, travel, read, volunteer, work out? Or are you not there yet?
Keep busy. Have something to look forward to each day. Even if it is a cup of tea or a soap opera.
I am happy that you seem to be adjusting to your new position in life because you are worth it.
Please tell me more about your self. Even if I am old enough to be your mother, my grandkids think I am so much fun and silly and I don't care what anyone else thinks as long as I am happy.
The best to you.
Marie (marield65)

Jump to this post

Hi Susan, Marie here. You asked about my knee replacement. Some days I forget I had it done, and then when the barometric pressure drops I feel it bad. Today it hurt quite a bit and I iced and massaged it because it still swells. It is getting better and we have to remember that it was a big surgery. People say it is worse than having a hip replacement. But it is moving very well, not full capacity yet but I go to the pool at my gym a few times a week and I work it out but I think I should give it a rest because it is sore. You never know how much to push yourself until it hurts. Wish your mother good luck from me. And my balloon lost some air but I'm going to pump it up. Let me know how you are doing and your mom.
Marield65

REPLY
vtstronghc | @vtstronghc | Jun 1, 2023

Is it possible to delay the start of menopause in order to decrease the risk of osteoporosis?

I am 66 and I went through menopause at an early age (42) and at the time I thought that was wonderful! Now, however, even though I eat well, am an athlete, and do not smoke or drink more than 5 beers week, I have severe osteoporosis of the spine. There are MANY challenges living with osteoporosis (check out support group). I think my slender build and early menopause are the main contributing factors to my osteoporosis. I have 2 daughters who are in their late 30's. My daughters are also athletic, healthy and active (eg. still playing competitive ice hockey) and I would like to know if there are ways to delay menopause that are safe and effective. My thought is that by delaying menopause, even by 10 years, the osteoporosis would be delayed.

Does anyone have thoughts on this?

REPLY
View MoreView Less
Please sign in or register to post a reply.