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Post Menopause. Loss of estrogen. Can’t sleep due to Hip pain.
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@louiserivers , ok, I got some interesting info this week.
Tuesday my Endocrinologist, who is with a large teaching hospital here in NC and very experienced was supportive of my new med. I trust her implicitly and she told me that the Hydroxychloroquine was a good idea.
AND, she suggested that I consider adding a small dose of a GLP1 med by the end of the year. (I may not qualify for insurance coverage though because my BMI is too low,). She understands that I like to fully adapt to the new med before starting another one. The GLP1 is not only for weigh loss, but for type 2 diabetes (I’m type 1). AND inflammation! It also aids in cardiovascular health! So, I will likely do it. May have to pay privately though.
Also, I had a remote consult with my Duke rheumatologist today. I explained what has happened. She ordered some more labs, but was glad the Hydroxychloroquine is working for me. She doubled my dose, so hopefully it will help my hair loss too. I asked her about HRT. She encouraged me to seek HRT. I must find the right doctor. It seems only those with a boutique practice that is private pay only prescribe it for post menopausal though.
Please you and others post your progress and what you discover.
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@celia16
After reading your post, I will definitely be looking into hydroxychoroquine! Thank you for this information.
I’m on Mounjaro. It’s a GLP1 + GIP. I didn’t know GLP1 also helped with inflammation So far I haven’t seen this with Mounjaro. Endocrinologist prescribed for diabetes and weight loss. I’ve lost 30 pounds in the past 4 months and my A1C is now 6.4. It’s working for me.
Losing weight will eventually help with my painful joints.
I eat very low carb. Under 70 grams of carbs per day versus the 180 grams registered dieticians recommend. I’ve learned that sugar causes inflammation for me. And of course it raises my blood sugar, which isn’t healthy for a type 2 diabetic like me.
I live in WI. My OBGYN prescribed HRT while I’m in post menopause. I wish I would have seen her earlier when my severe menopause symptoms started. Why would a NC doctor only prescribe HRT for post menopause? I guess I’m always confused by the definitions of perimenopause, menopause and post menopause.
My OBGYN did explain that she prescribes estrogen AND progesterone combined because I still have my uterus.
I feel there’s so much to learn about my health issues at this age. I really appreciate all that you are sharing. It helps physically, emotionally and mentally🙏