Dr Louise Newson: The Truth about the Menopause & HRT
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- Опубликовано: 6 мар 2023
- Dr Louise Newson sorts the fact from the fiction on the menopause, perimenopause and HRT. Why are women still being told to put up with menopause symptoms and denied HRT? After her talk, Dr Newson will answer questions.
Quality of life is definitely more important to me than adding more years to my life Iiving in misery. I'll take my chances! 🙂
Me too.
And me 🥂
Me too
I would need 100% disability and regular in-home help without HRT.
True ❤
I'm 59 and have been applying 0.06mg of estradiol gel (bio-identical) to my arm every morning and taking 200mg of progesterone every evening for three and a half years. Now I have endometrial hyperplasia, with a 1cm endometrial lining and a lot of cramps (like when your uterus contracts after giving birth). I'm having an endometrial biopsy soon (hopefully) and am very sure this is because of the estradiol as it can do this. It's not know how much estradiol each woman needs, or what the correct estradiol-progesterone balance is for each individual. It may even be the case that I'd need a hysterectomy because of the endometrial hyperplasia. I've also just realised that I eat foods that are relatively high in phytoestrogens (e.g. ground flaxseeds, chai seeds, sunflower seed bread, soy and tofu), yet my gynaecologist didn't ask anything about my diet before prescribing hormones, and it never occurred to me to consider this before. I think this should be done routinely so that data can be collected to help establish connections with endometrial hyperplasia and estradiol taken for HRT in post-menopausal women. I also just wanted to say that if you're a post-menopausal woman taking combined HRT (estradiol and progesterone) and still have your uterus, it's worth asking for an ultrasound after at least two years to check your uterus lining. I asked for this, which my gynaecologist was surprised about, and I paid for it privately as it's not routinely done. That's when it was shown that my endometrial lining has been thickening. For post-menopausal women, your endometrial lignin shouldn't be more than 5mm thick. Just wanted to put that out there! 🌸
Thank you so much for sharing your story.🥰 Many Functional Medicine drs recommend using a bio-identical progesterone oil or cream rubbed into lower abdomen to prevent endometrial lining build up and also taking supplements such as CALCIUM D GLUGARATE, DIM, NAC, alpha Lipoic acid, milk thistle, dandelion leaf/root and multi vitamins/mins to keep hormone receptors clean and not gunked up..doing regular detoxes and saunas - all to help keep our body clear from excessive exogenous hormones and also the plethora of toxic xenoestrogens and other xenohormones - we are exposed to form a conventional diet (pesticides are xenoestrogens, any food or drink in plastic, chemicals in face and body products, synthetic clothing and anything with PFAS BPA etc etc
Eat organic foods, use organic non-chemical face body home products - no chemical products, no plastic use helps lessen the daily xenoestrogens/xenohormone load on our body.
Did your dr explain how much of the oral progesterone is actually utilized after the liver processes it?
Phytoestrogens are extremely weak; if you have phytoestrogens and real estrogen, the receptors ignore the phytoestrogens.
I take HRT sequentially, I take two progesterone tablets at night for 12 days and then a few days later I get a period, which I don’t mind and this is a small inconvenience compared to menopause symptoms. Anyway the prescription says to take it orally but my liver is not great and I did some research and found that you can put the capsules in your vagina (after my GP said I couldn’t). Anyway the interesting thing is on the occasional month I took the tablets orally I hardly had any menstrual flow which to me says that taken as prescribed it does not do its job, which could have serious consequences- build up of the lining. If you take HRT consecutively you really have no idea what is happening inside you unless you get a scan.
My doctor prescribed progesterone via the Mirena IUD. I’ve read that progesterone delivered in this way-locally is considered the most effective/safest.
I am curious about how an MD determines the proper progesterone dose, and how much the Mirena delivers, because she’s increasing the strength of ky estrogen patch due to my persistent symptoms-mainly some urinary frequency/urgency. She ruled out a UTI. Thanks for posting. Good luck!
Dr Louise Newson is a genius and should be honoured for all her hard work 🙏 👏👏👏👏
I couldńt agree more! 🏆 and a mention in the Honours List would be appropriate! Brava Louise! and thank you!😊
@@bruji2001 EXACTLY my thought too! 🏆
Don't worry!She is making plenty of money.
Dr Louise is so compassionate and empathetic. There is a lot of suffering at the menopause transition. HRT can really save us.
I'm 70 now and despite getting endometrial cancer and leukaemia I take HRT (estrogen only) as life is not worth living without it and I am not exagerating that statement. The trauma of 2 years of 30 hot flushes per hour night and day, for two years in 2006-2008, I believe is what triggered my chronic leukaemia. The positives definitely outway the negatives with HRT. Keeping slim, no alcohol, nutrient dense food and exercise I believe are the keys avoiding breast cancer
Really sorry your hot flashes we're that severe .
You are right, your positive mind and feeling physically well is your best doctor. The challenge is probably finding a good practitioner and the right treatment.
Do you have CML? I was diagnosed 17 yrs ago, before menopause.
@@karenlopez5441 I have CLL which is similar. Research from CLL Society indicates that severe stress can cause a cytocine storm in the body that can lead to CLL. The menopause couldn't have been more stressful in my opinion.
You can stop all that and Use Anna's wild yam cream it is natural and much less expensive. Difficult to find as it's always in demand and you may have to pre order .
I’m so grateful for this video !!!!🙏It has motivated me to start on my HRT treatment which was prescribed by my Gp six months ago but I was terrified to take it due to all the cancer scare that gets thrown around HRT. I have just stuck my first patch on today with no fear .Thanks Dr Louise you are amazing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Well done you. I just started my second week. Praise God, all good. So glad you've decided to use HRT. No Roman should have to suffer. God bless you xx
I am exactly the same as the 58 year old example. I am so angry I was fobbed off with antidepressants. I have worked 41 years full time. I am currently changing to part time because I cannot cope any more.
@@casskidd1definitely
I did not take HRT due to aggressive breast cancer in the family genetics. Went through menopause cold turkey. Used to go red as a tomato in some meetings when stressed and I just laughed it off and briefly explained it was hormone fluctuations. The participants in the meetings were very non judgemental so I never worried about hot flushes after that. The hot flushes and night sweats were annoying but I got through it with iced water drinks, humour and front opening garments so that when I overheated I could remove layers quickly. Jumpers had to go. If you have to go through the menopause cold turkey you can do it. If you can take the help of HRT then you will have an easier time but you can do it without the HRT if you have to for medical reasons. Good luck everyone.
Why isn't osteopenia aggressively prevented? It is a major cause of bone fractures and breaks that cause a huge set-back in a woman's health. It osteopenia was prevented, than the tragedy of osteoporosis would not be a major health crises for adult women.
I had a total hysterectomy & asked to have oestrogen gel so I can measure how much I need& take a few drops of magnesium in water to drink because it helps my body absorb hormones. Had to go private had benign tumours distended uterus of 7 months gestation equivalent & was mocked ie eat clean foods, take anti depressants. I have taught exercise & worked in mental health & was so shocked at the local hospital treated me. When checked privately the surgeon noticed I was out of breath getting on bed due to expanded uterus pressing up & affecting my lungs. I had got used to how I’ll I felt. Lost 12lb instantly from operation & feel fit & healthy again 😊
My sister died from breast cancer that spread throughout her body in her early 40s, 20 years ago. I'm 53, started HRT yesterday, we must weigh up the the balance of a good life and if it helps then it's worth it. The last 15 months since my last cycle has been a hell, fingers crossed!
Make sure your doctor is tracking estrogen metabolites and also Estrone. You want to make sure your body isn't shunting all that good estradiol into Estrone, which causes inflammation and *can* cause cancer. Synthetic progestins also cause cancer in studies, so make sure you're on bioidentical progesterone. There is a safe way to do HRT even if there's cancer in your family, but your doc has to know what they're doing!
@@lokiteddy I'm taking utrogestan with the gel.
The DUTCH test looks at metabolites!
@@midlifewellnessnp Yes! It’s a great, comprehensive test!
I'm so sorry for your loss. May I ask did she get breast cancer while on HRT?
Dr. Louise Newson gets the HRT is about a woman's Quality of life! Thank you!
So good to watch this I'm 69 I stopped sex with my husband because of my menopause, we are divorce. I have a male doctor whom has not been very good. I've waited a month for this appointment and am sure he wont help me tomorrow. I had 9,1/2 years on duloxetine, mirtazapine, witch made me so over weight and helpless It nearly killed me. Thank you for this post
Excellent video!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Thank you so much for sharing!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I lost track of how many years i suffered with menopause symptoms. I was at the end of my rope. I wasn’t living, I was barely surviving. Hormone therapy has been a life saver. I really wish someone would have given me this information years ago. It’s going to be a challenge to get my GP to keep prescribing it past the 5 year mark though. She’s old school even though she is fairly young.
Just find another practitioner or be sure to print out the new findings and take them to your appointment. I’ve had ignorant practitioners announce I won’t be in HRT for more than a few years and I read them the riot act for not being better informed! I will be on HRT for life and that is that.
@@r8chlletters it’s very difficult to find a GP here in Canada, so I feel fortunate to have one that actually cares, so I’m going to try to ease her into a different perspective. We will see how it goes.
@@r8chlletters I was all prepared with print-outs from studies etc. but my doctor was on the same page as me, so not required. It always astonishes me how he is so well-informed and up to date with stuff.
And hasn't been through menopause!!!!!
Agreed! You need to go to a Gynae, one that specialises in Menopause. It’s expensive, but these are the only people I trust to help me manage my HRT journey. That’s what I did when I realised my GP had very little knowledge of HRT.
Excellent presentation and information - thank you for sharing!
If men had periods and menopause it would have had much more attention
Now add, divorce, aging parents , work , and kids . It’s a recipe of disaster .
Yep . I’m returning as a pampered pussy cat. Seems appealing doesn’t it.
Thank you for sharing this!
I’ve been taking .05 HRT for 8 years. After 7 years my periods came back every 2-4 weeks. I had a clean biopsy and they suggested at first doubling the estoegen then halfing it. Or indeed stopping it. 😅 Only the pharmacist listened when i told her they hadn’t a clue and what I wanted was additional progesterone.
Recently all my symptoms came back and I’ve increased the estoegen and doubled the progesterone. Lucky to have got a trainee dr who just did what I asked without the shenanigans
Wanted to thank you so much for this. I’ve been having a go this and really not a lot of physician support. I am going loaded with information to my doctor tomorrow!!
How did it go?
@@r8chlletters she prescribed what I asked for but was interesting because it was obviously not her norm. Progesterone is helping with sleep too! I can’t believe the difference in the sleep! So many women are suffering through menopause--thank you for doing what you do!
We should not have to pay a GP over £200.00 for a 1/2 hour consultation, which does not include your prescriptions.
All GPS need educating. Current treatment for this is disgraceful. I went private
Thank you for this You Tube
Oh my.. I’m listening to this and I’m ashamed that her life took such a downturn because her Dr. misdiagnosed her. Had she been given the right HRT at the start, she would still be at the solicitors and thriving.
I’m so lucky to have an employer who has a menopause cafe, where any woman can join and have confidential discussions in-house.
I have been taking hrt for the past 11 years
How are you feeling?
@@LuLU-ep7wf That is wonderful! I'm 57 and want to try. What kind of HRT are you on, if I may ask?
@L F what country are you from, because the name/brand maybe different
@@LuLU-ep7wf The States
@L F Estradiol gel & micronized progesterone pills. Good luck 👍
Thank you for this. Wondering opinions on the best Estrogen patch? My doctor prescribed Vivelle Dot but my pharmacy handed me the generic Dotti. Would really love to hear feedback. Thank you!
Thank you so much Dr Newson! I’ve been on HRT pellets in America for two years now and it literally changed my world. I’m concerned now because I hear about more than one insurance is backing out of paying for it recently. For the time being I’m safe but this constant misinformation in our society needs to change.
I started HRT recently at a low dose because I'm peri menopausal and the symptoms were starting to effect my quality of life. It was the worst experience I've ever had with medication. I had a severe reaction to it. I used it for 4 days. The day after I put the patch on I started to notice a lot of bloating and generally feeling unwell. By day 4 my whole body was swollen so bad I couldn't open my eyes. I had fevers and chills and I could barely walk. I was told that the HRT had caused a UTI which went into my kidneys. I ended up in hospital on a drip of antibiotics and antihistamines. I'll never use HRT again. I would rather have the menopause symptoms.
How does hrt cause uti???
Too bad to hear that. It's definitely not for everyone, at least you tried. Try something else. Exercises like squats can help to strengthen your liver and kidney/ your lower body😊
@@BlueBlossomsBlues there are different reasons. It can mess with your microbial environment. It can make your urinary tract to get thinner. Google it. It’s quite common.
@@kgan4733 aaww thank you 😊 Yeah exercise is great. I do yoga three times a day. I'm waiting to see a specialist now.
HRT does not cause UTI's but vaginal atrophy does due to menopause. I would find a menopause specialist who treats a menopausal woman as a whole and understands the challenges we face as we lose our hormonal protection.
I am very fortunate that my GP offered me HRT. I wasn't aware that my symptoms were perimenopause as I am still having regular periods. I am 48. Just had the mirena coil fitted for heavy periods anyway, and GP gave me oestrogen gel to start shortly
In the USA, a discussion about menopause workplace policy is laughable. Tell your primary care physician and he will prescribe antidepressants, or recommend a book on "sleep hygiene."
It’s awful isn’t it. Need to find a women’s hormone specialist.
So true. But they did recommend me to see a Obgyn for hormones. When I rejected the idea of hormones, they tried to prescribe Prozac , a depression drug, and I said NO😅
Very interesting. I decided against HRT and have come to understand that one needs to consult a physician on top of gynae. Lots of my challenges are not connected to Menopause but were not investigated because 'it is a normal side effect'. Vtamin B12 sufficiency; diet; kidney function, all interact. Not being medically schooled and finding this out bit by bit, can be really frustrating. Us patients also need to go back to our medics and share what we discover.
What's vitamin 12? Do you mean vitamin b-12? Some women don't have to go on HRT if they have enough body fat and can convert its estrone to estradiol. They will have enough estradiol to protect them from osteoporosis, arthritis, dementia, and cardiovascular diseases.
@@TheShumoby yes B12. I will check up on your info, many thanks.
2:46 Start (duration speech 20-25 min.)
Brilliant thankyou.
I’m 70 years old, celibate for many years and just started having bladder infections, burning raw vagina pain as well. Am I too old for HRT vaginal pills or creams? Love your videos! Desperately need help! Thank you!
I would look into MoonMaid Botanicals Vital V Wild Yam Salve. Many women apply this in their 70's as it's known to help with all-around vaginal discomforts without the risk that is associated with adding hormones / synthetics to the body. (Less risk of reactions.)
After everything women do for our society, this institutional lack of respect is not going to stand anymore!
Why do people never cover the subject of women who are still having night sweats and hot flushes 20 years after menopause? Doctors just tell you to get on with this natural process but it is very draining sometimes especially in hot weather.
@@michellecorral2791 nobody I’ve spoken to wants to listen Michelle! The doctor I last saw said I just have to put up with it! He doesn’t see me getting a fresh nightshirt out in the middle of the night!!! He said I was to old to start taking HRT again! If you ever get help please email me again I really sympathize with you!
Exactly
Ask for Estrodil patches. Brilluant
I'm 62 and I'm tired of the flushes and my bones are disappeared. Instead of having alendronate, I prefer to start HRT.
71 and still have hot flushes. I live in Italy and it can be very embarrassing during the hot summer months . None of my post menopausal friends still experience hot flushes so I thought I was unusual. Nice to know I’m not alone.
How does Tibolone compares with a combination transdermal e + micronised progesterone? The goal is for bone health to prevent osteoporosis for a 58 year old without vasomotor symptoms.
Why do you get neausa in post menopause and vertigo on evorol Conti patches please thank you ♥️🌹
Hi Doc! After listening to you and so many other smart, well-informed women, I'd like to meet with my reluctant GYN to get on appropriate HRT. I'm 62, at least 10 years post menopause (no HRT as all docs scared), with a family history of heart issues (however I don't currently have any symptoms or diagnoses). I am now pre-diabetic, A1C just barely over 6. Can you point me to the best studies to bring to my appointment when my doc believes HRT is contra-indicated and will "elevate risk of stroke and/or heart disease."
You are outside the window. I would get the prediabetes under control. That's the real risk for breast cancer. Then get a coronary calcium score. If it's Zero, you have no heart disease and maybe hrt can be startes. You're late tho...10 year after menopause plus pre-diabetic means your cardiovascular system has been damaged.
@@iss8504 I know, that's why I'm asking. I'm trying to mitigate ongoing problems. My understanding is that even if started late, HRT may not help as much, but doesn't necessarily make it somehow more risky. The metabolic specialist to whom I was referred by my PCP basically offered ozempic along with an old-school food/diet guide, just as lazy as most ob/gyn's (present company excluded, of course). So how do you recommend I "get the prediabetes under control?" Also, my PCP says if I don't personally have heart issues, I don't need a cardiac referral prior to seeing my gyn. Should I persist and seek the coronary calcium score?
The Dr states the oldest patient is 90. Don’t feel like you are past the window. My neighbor started it at 65 and says it has changed her life in the best of ways. 🎉
Hi, Sadly app is not available in Namibia.
Can anyone suggest ANYWHERE in Australia for HRT patches? I have given up on my 3rd gp who just keep doing blood tests and then more blood tests to check for hormones. They do nothing. Nothing. I'm 54 and cannot deal with my symptoms anymore. I am at the stage where i just give up 😞
Find a Dr who is a hormone specialist. They will take many more blood tests than any general physician does and then they will work on balancing your hormones. You may need a few trials to get it right. You won’t know yourself after balancing your hormones. It’s wonderful.
Go to endocrinologist
Australia must have OBGYN Docs who specialize in menopause? Get a referral!!
@LouGreen did you find someone?
Get a DUTCH test. And a new doctor..
What sucks there's hardly any comments comments on this podcast, and there should be at least 3K.
But, the lack of knowledge in the physicians and oncologist regarding hormones and menapause
I tried bio identical 15 years after menopause at age 66 and put on so much weight after a few attempts it was depressing . The cream is expensive and was told I had to keep on trying till I find the exact doses. I had to do a blood test, a hormone test , a mammogram and an ultra sound . How come it is the GP and not a gynaecologist who are giving these out? would it be better if both were involved ? I was given low doses . What about when we have taken the conteceptive pill for many years previously ? What effect does that have ? What about nutrition , supplements which we may deficient in ? Are these taken into consideration?
All those should be taken into consideration indeed..all so important! Functional medicine drs and Naturopathic drs all discuss those and many other natural remedies.
Put on patches. Brilliant
You are 66? Maybe too late
You don't need these tests and especially a mammogram. You need to start trusting yourself and listen to your body. And you need to research you are your own advocate.
@@jessicahitchens6926 I have noe managed to start using Anna's wild yam cream it is a natural product and works very well . I also take supplements such as Vit D , Zinc , Magnesium and kelp( for tyroid ) .
I didn't use any hrt for about two years put on evorol Conti patches
30:47 lots of good info
I haven't listened to this yet (but will). It sounds similar to other stuff about the Women's Health Initiative Study that misrepresented risks (or no risks!). I'm now back on HRT for the third time and checkin' those boobs!
Came here as i have the hrt gel and progesterone. Its been sat here for 2 weeks, with me debating on taking it. Just put the gel on now. I will trade everything for a good nights sleep honestly, so looking forward to it 😊
I have a mirena and use 2 pumps of estrogel. Every month I get headaches which last for approximately 10 to 14 days. I'm pretty good the other 2 weeks. What's going on with that? Do I need to increase my gel or decrease?
Maybe try a patch instead of the gel. It keeps the hormone levels more steady. I think the hormone fluctuations cause the headache. Good luck
So sorry, I just noticed your reply. Thanks ever so much for responding, I am going to try the patches again. 😊
Its a shame ee can't hear the questions
I've been suffering from urine infections for 10 years and sleep , crawling skin, dry vagina , brain fog, depression!!
I started at 53 HRT patches mireena coil❤
Doesn’t that mireena coil contain a toxic carcinogenic form of progesterone extracted from tortured pregnant horses’urine?
Good for you😊
I have crawling skin now for a week, it get worse and worse in my legs, so scary! I was actually searching for if it was related to menopause... I have cognitive problems, anxiety, mood problems, tired, insomnia... My Dr says she suspect premenopause or depression..
Are you sure your crawling skin is related to menopause? And do you still have it or did it went away? How did your feel like? My Dr wants me to go to a neurologist because of that.
Thanks I will appreciate your reply 🌺
@@faaj8028 that's because your over organs are failing, especially kidney, make sure you have good sleep and early, don't stress, you will improvement in months
Every symptom is from a hormone deficiency. You are a walking hormone literally. Every cell needs hormones.
I've been watching several of these menopause RUclips videos. Although they are very informative, no one seems to address the issue of potential blood clots and HRT. I was on HRT for three years and then I developed two blood clots in one of my legs. My obgyn took me off the HRT and I've been miserable ever since and have been trying all sorts of herbs. Etc. I was taking off my HRT I about two years ago. I recently asked her about getting back on iHRT. She advised against it and said once you were taking off you really should not go back on it. I don't know if a doctor is monitoring these comments and maybe could answer any questions regarding this.
Was it oral estrogen? Apparently the risks increase with oral and is practically zero with transdermal.
I know you mentioned taking herbs, but it really varies depending on how they're taken. (Supplements are basically false promises.) Did you already try a natural hormone free Wild Yam Cream or any tinctures? (Sublingual medicines.) You may also benefit from a private consultation... or you can read some of the reviews on MoonMaid Botanicals for a natural HRT-alternative.
You ever hear Warfin? And Omega 3 oil. You didn't need to come off that. You just needed to tweak it. If you're not allergic to Asprin it's not a problem.
Can clinical menopause spike cortisols levels?
I've been menopausingbm since 45 now am 48 and it's worse by the minute am so irritated 😤 But Okay am living with it!
Hi! I am 48 years old too and used to have hot flashes till I started to take Pueraria Mirifica pills from Barlowes Herbal Elixirs. I hope that you find something to help you
You don’t have to suffer with this. Just instruct your doctor.
Why suffer ?
Don't suffer a minute longer. I got my first hrt three days ago x
HRT is great 🎉😊 Get some from your gynecologist immediately!
How do you feel about women in their 60’s starting HRT? Is is too late?
I would say too high of risk to start HRT at this age. There are better natural remedies that can aid with the changes at this point.
How can we know if we have to use estrogeni only or both oestrogen and progesterone?
(I’m almost 44, my period shifted from 28 to 22 days; very low mood, fatigue, brain fog, pain at joints.. I feel it’s a lack of oestrogen especially in regards to the sex drive and the very low mood)
Thank you
If you still have your womb, you will need both
Do you know of any research showing that HRT started later in life( 70+) can reverse bone loss. There is so much side effect from meds to rebuild bones, I am wondering if it would be a more encompassing option. I am not seeing that option given to women who are past menopause and have not received HRT previously.... Joelle Dussuyer Acupuncturist SF and HMB
HRT started later in life sadly has some pretty high-risks associated with it, which is why doctors are usually hesitant. I would look into a Herbal based tea that is known for treating osteoporosis and bone density. MoonMaid Botanicals Herbal Spice has every herb in it chosen to benefit these exact things. Might want to check it out in the meantime until you can find a better alternative if you're preferring Western medicine recommendations.
I'm about quarter way through listening. And whats just struck me thinking about Doctor Louise observation that menopause has a shameful, bad association about it.
Is that i think Post Natal Depression has the same negative association about it...
🤔
Its actually very similar. The Progesterone drops like a stone that's what causes the depression and despair.
My doctor has overextended me hrt I am 64 yrs old are there benefits if starting at my age?
You will feel a whole lot better and happier.
Thank you. Can I use Premerin vaginal cream as adequate hrt replacement. Have and still have all symptoms of patient Laura. Please turn up the sound on this video.
Look up how Premarin made. If you're ok with the cruelty then go for it. IMO it's extremely unethical. The foals are killed off, the mares are kept pregnant as long as their life allows it and they don't get to move so the urine can be extracted. It's horrifying to say the least
No
My GP ,wants me to do a week's worth of blood pressure check morning and night , mine differs from 135/80 to 136/91 ,but I'm stressed ,I'm about 2 stone over weight cos I carnt get motivated to exercise like I did I'm 59
I'm postmenopausal on hrt 1 year on and i get a little bleeding sometimes,so they checked my uterus and its thick 6-9 so they tolde to stop the hrt to see if that cause it. I'm scared to go back to that hell,please advise 😩
Are you on oestrogen only? That causes womb lining thickening if you don't take progesterone with it
If you go off of HRT, there is an herbal based product called MoonMaid Botanicals Wild Yam Cream that you could take if the HRT is creating side effects. (As it is known to do.)
same for me on combi patch 2 months & they're upping the progesterone I had to go to MIDI for a facetime visit. Gyno would not change rx. My gen dr also would not prescribe.
I suffer with pmdd since age 16 now in peri menopause, will i benefit from taking hrt as I’m sensitive to progesterone
You can take progesterone vaginally. I put about 50mg progesterone on the outer surface of a menstrual cup and insert 😊 Less side effects
@@TheShumoby thank you
I would take a non-hormone added product before ANY HRT especially if you are sensitive already. The issue is MOST women have been given hormones ever since their 20's, sometimes even younger. It's tricking our bodies, and creating many symptoms which can become cancerous and problematic later on. Check out MoonMaid Botanicals for an herbal-based alternative that is known to aid PMDD and menopause without the added hormones and synthetics. IF that doesn't work, then you could try out a hormone.... but I'd try alternatives first.
During m menopause it helps to use a neck fan for hot flushes and to take a good quality brand Magnesium
Just been to my GP who won't prescribe HRT. I'm 66 and I've been struggling for over 10 years. I've told her everything I've learnt from watching your videos. She said no proof about HRT helping against dementia and wants me to go on tablets for bones. I've got to have time wasting visits to various clinics dexa scans etc when I know HRT is what I need. She wouldn't listen when she said I need to speak to a nurse about healthy weight. It would be like flogging a dead horse there's no way anything will help when the body won't let go of fat because of o.estrogen being in the cells. I told her about NICE guidelines but she wont listen. I need help to feel like my old self again. Where can I go for HRT? I'm feeling desperate.
There are several wellness clinics and places to go for Hormone Treatment. Unfortunately, insurance doesn't pay so it's an out of pocket expense. Western medicine wants us sick because it's most profitable. Do an internet search for HRT in your area.
Do you have a gynecologist?
Get a different obgyn and make sure they prescribe it
If you have insurance it will cover basic estradiol and progesterone
She's right on some level though
Change doctors. If in your country is too expensive, consider health tourism and look abroad.
I can't tell you how yet again i am discriminated against because you wouldn't provide captioning captioning. I really need this type of information.
Anyone on the Dotti patch? Pros and cons?
There is more to menopause that women know and HRT is not the simple answer for some.i was bad a pubity and it got blamed on something else and now the menopause has nearly taken my life and has not been taken seriously, I was told I was too young for long enough so wasn’t tested and then when they did and tried me with estogen patches that’s when I knew I didn’t need estogen because it seriously affects my mental health, women are seriously suffering out there
Most women absolutely do not need estrogen patches, as we are in an estrogen-dominant environment these days. Sadly this is old-training that doctors are still operating from.
I learned a lot Watching your video. Was very Educational . Iam 52 years old my menopuse started wen i was 46 . Iam going try HRT patches. I still can't sleep. And have put on weight. I really need go bk too eat healthy again. Will it help My Arthritis . In time Arthritis
The arthritis is a rarity in my family. .
No it doesn’t help with arthritis. Patches are brilliant. Have a cortisone injection for arthritis. It’s wonderful and may just starve off any operation
Try Mediteranian style eating for the arthritis - oily fish, sardines and salmon and good quality extra virgin olive oil can help.
For sleep - I find gentle deep breaths, count up to 5 breaths, then start back at 1 to 5 again etc.
It calms me down and quite often (not always) I drift off to sleep for at least a while. Not always perfect and not a miracle cure but at least I feel a bit better =)
For hot flushes in bed I found wearing a terry toweling dressing gown helped and having dry night clothes and a towel right beside the bed allowed a quick dry off and change with as little disruption as possible.
Hope that helps. Good luck =)
What about woman with dense breast who want to take hrt? My doc said to me that it will drastically increase the risk of breast cancer. Any advice?
Go to a hormone specialist ( who are also doctors who specialise in womens’s health.
@@susanloffhagen7788 thank you!
Try patches. Brilliant
Would you be able to recommend a practitioner in the United States??
Look for a functional medicine practitioner in your area. I go to a functional medicine nurse practitioner that is going to prescribe me HRT and monitor it.
Look up the North American Menopause Society. They have a list of doctors/practitioners all over the US who are HRT friendly. Maybe there will be some in your area.
are progesterones in HRT also bioidentical?
They should be. Could be compounded progesterone, Prometrium, definitely NOT medroxyprogesterone, not just “progestin” or “progestogen” - ask provider if progesterone they advise is bioidentical, exactly the same as is in the female body. If not, find another provider.
Utrogestan is bioidentical.
Dear Dr Louise, I am desperate for advice. I have been happy on HRT, but now discovered my small fibroid became the size of a grapefruit, then I stopped HRT, and in 6 months, it shrank considerably, but I worry about my health without HRT, there is not much information from experts about going through Menopause without HRT...and of course, hot flushes are hectic.
my question: is it okay to go through menopause naturally? and be okay?
I am looking at this also. I have had dryness and some uti. Dr wants me on estradiol cream. Said it only affects vagina area. It is not hrt. I researched and found that in European Court of justice Drs have presented a report that say the same cream is systemic after 4 weeks and they wanted the literature that accompanies the cream to be changed. A delay has been placed on this paper, so this will delay the changes. Now I see media articles saying women have a tough choice to make, basically listing all the pros and risks. It's like they know what is coming? I am still looking at herbalism. Cleavers contain silica for strong bones and teeth, Borage for the brain. These plants contain powerful natural chemicals. I am going to try the following for the dryness: Vit E, probiotic suppositories, Sea buckthorn oil, more water, garlic, apples, red clover. I was very blessed in that I did not have any serious hot flashes, mood swings etc, but I got rid of a seriously stressful job a while ago. Get stress out of your life. Men handle stress better than women. Sounds sexist, but stress is destroying women's lives. Also, do not panic, there is no rush. We have to age, it is NATURAL. Do not panic. Slow everything right down. Get yourself right, adjust things and explore what you can do to look after you. Go easy on yourself and be kind. Speak to your man and be calm and explain everything to them, so they can understand. Most men just want their women to be healthy and to love them. Men are not sex addicts and they can actually be very considerate and loving and caring during their woman's menopause. Some older men would actually much rather go fishing than have sex, remember that they are getting older also, they just are. Go easy on them. Everything will be OK. I do not know if I will explore the estradiol cream with a healthy lifestyle, I am still researching. All I know is that all the women I know on hormones or who have coils etc, are not well. They are not a good advertisement for the product, bless them, one friend just had a massive tumour cut out of her stomach, Dr said it was a ulcer for 12 months , 3 more months surgeon said she would have been dead. One friend has terrible cramps and headaches and they won't take her coil out yet and she wants it out. You can see why I don't like the idea of hormones. Also, I smell a lot of fear around this subject, and fear and sex sells, and it sells big. I looked at a book last night that talked about the hard sell of hrt to women during ww2, and they used by emotive advertising to persuade women to use hrt. It was quite disturbing. I don't know if this has helped, but talking to real women, who aren't trying to sell you something is always a good place to start.
I needed to hear this today. Thankyou!
@@annedavies2885thank you for taking the time to write. Very insightful, i did not know about the vaginal cream concerns.
Am admitted with issues at the moment and the casualty GP on duty explained that Kidney problems cause high BP at times and pairing with HRT might not be a good idea. So they are checking now. Never heard this mention before by any specialist, patient advocy and courage to ask is so vital. Best of health going forward!
Great question this is what I worry about, as I had hysterectomy due to multiple fibroids, and kept both ovaries as time of hysterectomy ovaries were healthy, but when having hysterectomy they found I have endometriosis so now always been told can't have HRT because the endometriosis and endometrioma will grow out of control.. I struggle to find any help for people like myself that get told can't take HRT..
@@denisebucknall1591 I have put synthetic hormones on hold because I read a book called The Bitter Pill by Dr Ellen Grant. She worked on the trials of the pill in the UK. Every time the Dr's offered me oestrogen cream I kept remembering what she had written. She wrote about the weight gain, the cell changes in the liver etc, the hair loss, the changes in personality, the depression and even suicides. How it ruined relationships, cancers etc. If I hadn't have read her book I would have grabbed that cream. I wanted to find a more natural, better way. I discovered a book called Your Body's many cries for water by Dr Batmanghelidj. He says we need to drink minimum of 8 x8 oz glasses of water per day. You have to have a few crystals of sea salt on your tongue to dissolve before each glass. This helps the body use the water in the cells. Kick caffeine out of your life bit by bit. It squeezes water out of the body. When you drink less than 8 glasses of water, the brain rations the water and wants 18-20 % for itself, then it goes to the main organs, there often isn't much left for other parts of the body, so the body suffers and develops many symptoms. This is because it is crying out for water. Dr then gives you pills that silence the brain's communication with the affected part of the body, so further damage takes place if water is not put into the system. Clean up you diet also, eat very simple and healthy, especially as you make this transition. Make sure you don't put any parabens onto your skin. Search Google and find out what they are. That book is worth its weight in gold. Get a copy. I have read that 5% camomile gel used inside the vagina is as good as oestrogen cream but safer. If you Google you will find there is a study being done in Iran on this topic. Also, at some point find a professional herbalist. Keep calm and know that you are making a transition, don't panic about anything, you are blessed to have got this far and you will make it if you take the time to look after yourself, really look after yourself and be kind to yourself. God bless you on your journey. Ps: If you suffer from UTI's or know anyone who does, you can always research chlorine dioxide, it apparently kills biofilms in the bladder, where colonies of ecoli can hide, making it difficult for the immune system to shift them. I just suggest researching it. I have only just found out about it myself. Just thought I would pass this information on because I know what it feels like when you think there is no hope and no help. There is always hope 👍👍
Why are the Utrogestan capsules not vegetarian?
My docter gave me anti conception pil (with estrogen ) they seem vegan.
@@Phoebus_Apollo agree - the oils are terrible. However, my latest gyno said to use them intravaginally rather than orally. Said the absorption is better and we skip the first pass in the liver.
Vegetarian gelatin is much more expensive?
Does Hrt help with depression please
Fyi: Large clinical study by Danish states 24% to 74% increase of dementia/alzheimers when using HRT. The longer the use, the higher the percentage.
I have never came across this study, do you have a reference?
@@oksanamiller7558 Google it.
This is why I should never read the comments on these videos. I knew better. Nothing but confusion.
@@oksanamiller7558 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37380194/
@@patricehedrick553my intuition tells me hrt is probably either snake oil or poison.
Sorry my doctor has offered hrt not extended I haven’t started yet.
I have a question about menopause symptoms, for a year now I’ve had a light headedness, I can only explain it as a spaced out feeling. It’s taking it’s toll on me now I’ve asked the doctor about it and he’s said it’s just the menopause but yet I’m supposedly out of the menopause now so post menopause!! I’m desperate to now find out what’s wrong with me and to see it it is the actual menopause or is it something else sinister 😞 I’m begging of you to help me put my mind at peace ♥️
Please ask to have your pregnenalone tested. It took two years of dealing with extreme brainfog and Dr's just shrugging before I asked for the test, which came back low. I started supplementing with low dose pregnenolone 2 weeks ago and the brain fog is significantly reduced
Can you get a slight bleed post menopause on evorol Conti patches l also got estrogen cream for down there put a bit down there next day had a slight bleed so didn't use again have a skin tag down there please thank you ♥️
Yes my sis in law got a period post meno on the conti x
combi patch is doing this to me
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Please have a look at what PETA have to say about HRT and the cruelty to the horses, mares, who are used to provide the hormones.
I have come through menopause without HRT. It was tough at times.
But I was determined to NOT cause suffering in order to ease any of my difficulties while going through a natural process.
Thankfully it doesn't last forever. Good luck.
You were lucky. For some it’s a nightmare every day and night. Biogenetical patches do not have the Premarin. So they are natural.No horses involved.
No, I wasn't lucky - I had a really harsh time for more than a decade.@@susanloffhagen7788
When you say 'biogenetical' treatment is natural - is it plant based?
Also,women should be aware that no HRT is a miracle cure.
I understand from reading medical articles that there are possible health risks associated with any HRT (even though a now infamous research paper from many years ago has since been found to be inaccurate more recent studies have found problems and side effects that should be openly disscussed here)
Menopause is a huge challenge and really really rough on many of us.
There is alot of encouraging information on alternative ways to ease symptoms naturally - through what we eat, emotional support, moving our bodies, finding joy and peace where we can - I found being outside and walking helped alot. Having said that, there were many many days that were just so tough.
Good luck everyone and to you too Susan =) Like I said, it will eventually pass.
It always a few ppl coughing in the audience.
Also menopause can make your thyroid go haywire
My doctor said you don't get neausa in menopause
Your doctor is an idiot. Nausea is common in menopause. You have my full sympathy if you suffer with this too, it's horrible
Why are you deleting my comment?!!?
What comment? About the vegi option not being there?
I find it very suspicious that you took down my comment. It was a legit question and we want answers? What are you hiding?
Go to a hormone Specialist.
I couldn't stand this video because it's blatant lack of transparency. The stories of women having a tough time at work , feelings if depression, anger , mood suicidal thoughts. The elephant in the room is how this affects women's relationship with their husbands or significant others. The impact of menopausal symptoms does not simply end with the woman. It's impact is felt via their personal relationships. Let's talk about how many divorces menopausal symptoms were responsible for. Let's talk about the poor treatment men have been in the receiving end of these menopausal women. The fact that this vital area was left unspoken but menopause at work was highlighted is self centered and quite frankly a joke and an insult. Why don't we ask the speaker how her husband felt as she carried on with her uncontrolled menopausal behavior. It was made clear that personality changes occured and not for the better. No accountability in this regard when talking about marriage and menopause and the destructive sword that is welded. Menopause , hysterectomy and divorce are all intertwined. Why not speak on that fact instead of talking about having to pee at work or being to tired to get a promotion. Omission of vital truths can be defined as a lie. A lie can be defined as malicious. This woman is a self serving joke and a coward for not speaking on the real impact that can turn lives and families upside down. Men with their problems are to blame for many things that go wrong in relationships. In the case of menopause , women are left to be accountable. Of course like all feminist propaganda , the hard truths that negatively impact an individual woman's value NEVER gets spoken about.
This speaker is a coward and a liar by omission of the hard truth.
Menopause is imagined.
Really!!!!!! You look too young to know or perhaps you have been lucky and not had symptoms! I assure you it is not “ imagined!” For a great many women!
It is not imagined....I was falling apart off and on for nine months....just got hrt three days ago and already picking up....
Why would you make such an insane, demonstrably false comment? What is wrong with you?
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 one day you'll find out child.
@@sambailie4773how you doing? How old are you? Im 40 having debilitating anxiety and depression - gp wont give hrt