Menopause Madness: What are My 2 Scariest Symptoms?
In this episode we meet Barbara. Her intense introduction to menopause came when she experienced a powerful hot flash while in a gondola going skiing. She didn’t understand what was happening so the episode triggered an intense panic attack that resulted in a claustrophobic sensation, one that stayed with her long after the gondola ride ended.
Barbara experienced other impacts over time, including heavy bleeding with clots that restricted her from leaving the house. The bleeding led to profound exhaustion until she took iron infusions that immediately restored her energy. Several years later, Barbara started to experience severe generalized anxiety, even though logically she knew there was no cause to worry. Given her work with Herstasis, she was now able to identify that this was probably a symptom of perimenopause. She was luckier than many women in that the nurse practitioner immediately prescribed her an oral menopause hormone therapy (MHT). This resolved the anxiety and left grateful that she had a young, educated healthcare provider who was up-to-date on the best treatments, as this isn’t the case for many women. Barbara’s wish is that women learn to accept that some changes, like slowing down, may be necessary, but that they continue to advocate for themselves. Because we all deserve to feel healthy.
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Menopause Bleeding Issues
The amount of bleeding that is considered normal during perimenopause can vary from woman to woman. Some women may experience no bleeding at all, while others may experience light menopause spotting or heavy bleeding. If you experience vaginal bleeding after menopause (12 months without a period), or heavy bleeding after menopause that is bright red, see your healthcare practitioner immediately.
➡️ For more information about perimenopause and menopause bleeding issues, visit: www.herstasis.com/bleeding-is...
Menopause Anxiety
Worried? Restless? Have feelings of dread? These are some of the classic symptoms of anxiety and they are often interlinked with hormonal changes, hot flashes and Insomnia. The menopausal transition can be accompanied by a number of emotional changes, including hormonal anxiety symptoms. Read on to learn more about the causes of anxiety and how to manage it. Visit www.herstasis.com/menopause-a...
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Experiencing menopause symptoms can make you feel caught off guard, out of control, confused and alone.
Menopause Stories
Am I In Menopause? PROJECT is a platform for radically honest storytelling that gives a voice to diverse individuals experiencing struggles with midlife women's health.
We’ve identified asked a selected group of individuals and asked them to participate in this a project so they can in which they share stories about their personal experiences with menopause symptoms. We hope that through this project of shared storytelling it will help us all learn more what’s happening to our bodies, give us tools and information that we can use for our own self-care, and remind us that we are not alone.
Am I in menopause? PROJECT uses personal shared stories to:
• Give hope to women who are struggling with menopause
• Normalize menopause experiences
• Give real life examples of what has worked for other women
• Showcase women’s courage in the face of this midlife journey
• And most importantly reassure women that they are not alone and that there is a way through
→ To get involved in the project email: barbara@herstasis.com
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My anxiety is one of the worst symptoms ,having sleep anxiety ,morning anxiety and panic attacks after having hot flushes , itchy crawley skin feeling clammy, stress incontinence, uti Feeling exhausted! I know how u feel❤
@herstasishealth
2 ай бұрын
My goodness that sounds awful. We are not in the business of making any medical recommendations here, just providing stories and information, but you might find something helpful at www.herstasis.com/menopause-anxiety/ and www.herstasis.com/therapies/. Sorry for your situation. Hopefully you can get some help. - Hugs from Herstasis x
I have goosebumps when u r describing it , I had the same experience , felt terrible , and now I’m on hrt
@herstasishealth
9 ай бұрын
I was unable to function as every little thing was spinning me out of control. Additionally, I had no sense of time and space, as everything seemed urgent. However, since starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT), I feel like myself again. How about you? How do you feel on HRT?
Join us as we delve into the realities of perimenopause and menopause symptoms. If you've experienced heavy bleeding and anxiety during this time, we'd love to hear from you. Share your effective management techniques with us - whether it involves hormone replacement therapy or alternative solutions. Let's work towards feeling better together through shared experiences and tips.
I (47) have been on bio identical hrt for 6 weeks now. First 4 weeks were great, at week 5 anxiety hit back hard. Got an increase in hormones. Have a history with burnout and anxiety but think it partly had to do with hormones all along. Hope increase will have positive result. I am a bit impatient because I want that good feeling back. Must wait and give it some more time I guess. Comforting to know I am not alone...
Understand!
@herstasishealth
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in and sharing your thoughts in a comment! Your support means a lot to us!
Yes I have had a very bad experience with menopause. I am still going through it. I would like to share it in video please
@herstasishealth
6 ай бұрын
Please email me at barbara@herstasis.com with your contact info. I would love to speak with you. Thank you!🙏
I feel as if I am going crazy
@herstasishealth
4 ай бұрын
We hear you and we are sorry. This is can be a terribly confusing time for women. We hear "What's happening to me?" all the time. Hold on as best you can. This will pass and make sure you speak to a trusted friend, a therapist, or a healthcare provider about what is happening. We also have some great free evidence-based resources on our website on mood-changes at www.herstasis.com/emotional-changes/.
@TorriaYAH222
3 күн бұрын
Same 😢
Anxiety was my most debilitating symptom. No hot flashes. Anxiety and the inability to handle stress, fatigue. Once I started HRT the anxiety went away pretty much right away and that also helped with the fatigue.
@herstasishealth
7 ай бұрын
The mental and psychological symptoms can often be more debilitating than physical symptoms. I'm glad to hear that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) had an immediate positive effect on you, making you feel much better. Thank you for your feedback! We truly appreciate it.💕
@maggimason8873
4 ай бұрын
What type of hrt are you on
@maggimason8873
4 ай бұрын
Those are my symptoms as well an I’m about to get on hrt
I had the same symptoms while driving on a highway at 70 mph. Had to get off immediately at the first exit because I just wanted to jump out of my car and run away. I've had perimenopause symptoms for at least 2 years. Am trying antidepressant first before HRT. My hair, my skin, my cycles have been different. Blood tests all say normal but I know something is different. You know you're not crazy but you start to feel crazy, but it's all real. Brain fog, heart palpitations, unexplained anxiety...it's So fun getting older.
@herstasishealth
10 ай бұрын
Discovering that your changing hormones are behind the rollercoaster of emotions and changes in your body can bring a sense of relief. It’s great that you’re trying various options to make you feel better. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) could be a great option for you, it’s helped many women feel normal again. Remember, prioritize your health and self-care by minimizing stress. We appreciate your comment and encourage you to keep watching our videos.💗
@dorothygale5032
9 ай бұрын
Hi. I'm sorry to bother you. I was wondering how you're doing with choosing the AD route first? I'm in the same boat. Kindest regards 😊
@herstasishealth
9 ай бұрын
@@dorothygale5032Sorry, I don’t understand your question. What do you mean by AD?
@herstasishealth
9 ай бұрын
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) transformed my life by eliminating anxiety! After one year on HRT I've also experienced incredible benefits for menopause-related issues like vaginal atrophy, bone health, dry eyes and even improvements in my skin, hair and nails. I also no longer get night sweats. Thanks for sharing menopause journey, it helps us learn from other!❤
@dorothygale5032
9 ай бұрын
@@herstasishealth AD: anti depressant
you mentioned that a pill helped you. A pill to treat anxiety, or to treat hormones, or what kind of treatment was it that helped you? i need help and cannot find a medical person to help me
@herstasishealth
Жыл бұрын
My doctor prescribed a pill called Activelle. You need to see a doctor that can prescribe HRT that is right for you. The North American Menopause Society has a directory of experienced practitioners who specialize in menopause. Check out this link to find a menopause practitioner: portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx I
@herstasishealth
Жыл бұрын
I hope this information is helpful and you feel better soon!💕
@user-so3hi3hp6y
10 ай бұрын
HRT will help ease your anxiety, depression & many other symptoms
@sue3519
9 ай бұрын
search for Dr Newson she revolutionised how the UK treat menopause. treatment usually is just a patch and a pill for 15 days
Did you try Hrt
@herstasishealth
5 ай бұрын
At the time I was 42 years old with a one-year-old baby. I had no idea that my symptoms were related to perimenopause. It wasn't until I reached 56 and entered full menopause that the anxiety became a daily struggle and very debilitating. Due to the unavailability of patches at the time, I opted for HRT in pill format, which provided immediate relief. In addition to alleviating my anxiety, I have also noticed other benefits of HRT, such as it revered my vaginal atrophy.
It is all the same with me, but I cant take hormons because breastcancer
@herstasishealth
10 ай бұрын
We’re really sorry to hear that you had to go through breast cancer and are unable to take HRT. Have you discovered any other methods to alleviate your symptoms? We would love to hear about it! Thank you for watching and sharing your insights. 💗
@RationalNon-conformist
8 ай бұрын
Try eating low carb, good nutrition, supplements, etc.
@BarbaraBreuner
8 ай бұрын
@@RationalNon-conformist I’m doing that right now. Cut out sugar, wheat and most dairy. Feeling pretty good!😊