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Psychological Symptoms of Menopause - 64
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- Опубликовано: 18 авг 2024
- We’ve addressed the long list of physical symptoms of menopause, but what about the psychological symptoms? For some women, these are the most significant of all. Can you list a few? Don’t worry; in this tutorial, I’ll present them all ... with creative names, no less. You might be surprised by how many there are.
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There should be a "National Menopause Day". Just listening to what you've said in this video, women have a TON of variables to cope with in addition to going through Menopause. You touched on so many symptoms as well as the "sandwich" position we get plopped in...kids returning home in their 30's because they can't survive out there as well as having sick parents on both sides of the family. We deserve an award!!
You deserve a scholarship to heaven! September is National Menopause Month.
Menopause Taylor seriously?? National Menopause Month does exist?
Yep. And isn't it sad that no one knows it? That's how little people talk about anything related to menopause. It's September.
@@MenopauseTaylor I had NO idea. Never once heard of it.
This one hit home with me, and I'm certain, many other women. Because I've been post menopausal for over ten years, I think at some point I experienced at least half of these psychological symptoms! Oh, in hindsight, how I wish you had been here, however, I'm not looking back for long, I am moving forward, armed with my faith in The Lord, and you, dear Dr. Barbie....my faithful, tender hearted, wise beyond words, amazing advocate! Thank you for being so open concerning these serious issues, at times I teared up and nodded my head.....you are the best ever, and I love you! ❤️❤️❤️
Oh, Cindy,
I so value your words of appreciation. I, too, wish I had staring doing this over ten years ago. It's the most fulfilling thing ever. I'll make up for the delay, though.
I believe that it's always good to know that you're not alone in your journey.
I agree with all Cindy Brown said.
This made me teary eyed. So spot on. You make me feel so normal Dr. Taylor. Thank you so very much.
You ARE normal, Yvette. Part of this eduction involves giving you peace of mind and relieving you of some of your worries. Please know that I will always be here to help you.
You are the only person who makes me feel better. I can't thank you enough for these videos. The education is priceless & your delivery is informative & entertaining. Blessings to you!!
Lori,
Your words touch me deeply. I absolutely consider it my mission to make menopause better for all women. Please don't ever hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME if you want my personal help in considering your options & tailoring them all to you.
I'm 57 and honestly I thought I was going crazy until I listen to Dr. Barbie 😪
My son has been a heroin attitude for 15 years, had a child 5 years ago who I have a joint custody with the mother's family. I take care of him every weekend. Also, I'm the only child and both of my parents got sick at the same time. We had to put my dad into the senior home and my mom lived with me and my husband for 2 years until she passed.
Thank you Dr. Barbie! You are making me feel normal.
P.S. I'm going to start HRT soon. And I'm in process of reading your book. I'm embarrassed to say how little I knew about menopause.
definitely sandwich generation and stress nest......19 of these symptoms for me. I can recall my mom in this same boat, but unfortunately she never divulged this info to me until now when I asked her......it saddens me that we go through life and menopause kicks you in the rear when you are so not ready for it....we are long overdue for a "meno-revolution"....
I'll lead that revolution, gladly. You're seeing what a difference an education on menopause can make in your future.
I cracked up when you put the big egg in the basket!! Yep. Husband newly retired and making me crazy.. oh lort, readers for the first time, parent and kid and fatigue.. you hit the nail on the head!
Isn't it good to know you're normal, though!
I don't know you personally but I love your heart. It shines brightly in every single video. Also, your dress is stunning.
What a sweet comment, Susan. I just can't wait to meet you. Thank you for appreciating my efforts so.
Dr. Barbie, I am going through ALL the psychological symptoms you listed.
Currently on a low dose estrogen patch (.390 mg of estradiol-178) every third day and 1 progesterone 100mg capsule per day. My psychological symptoms along with my physical symptoms (joint pain, bulging/herniated discs) are so bad that I am not able to work at this time. I was showing the symptoms physically, so my boss encouraged me to take time off to deal with these symptoms. I feel like I used to be physically attractive, but that is all falling apart right before my eyes...I am so scared I am going to lose my job. I am only 48! I don't feel supported by my doctor as she just rolls her eyes at me. However she did put me on Citalopram, 10mg daily.
Anxiety/depression are my worst symptoms. My biggest stressor is my financial debt.
Currently seeking counselling but it is difficult to find one.
I am single with no children, no friends, and I have never felt lonelier than I do now.
I am sorry I am rambling. I just don't know where to start.
La Dolce Vita lets connect -
Hang in there , for debt look up dr Ramsey. He has a great book that can help you . Maybe your hrt may need to be increased .
How are you doing my friend ? Pls reach out
I think I will start a support group for the women in my community. I am going to call it Menopause Society of America, or something like that! We will watch your videos and discuss. I will try to get Doctors/nutritionists....etc to come and talk to us. I am excited to share this information with ALL the women in my neighborhood and beyond!!!
I think that's a fantastic idea! It will be like a book club, without books. If only more women had the same inclination!
Brilliant!
You'r fantastic and a great teacher🌹❤
First of all, I want to thank you so very much for sharing your wisdom with us. I'm 43, close to post-menopause, and have had all of these psychological symptoms, plus all but a few of the symptoms of menopause since 2014. Oddly enough, these symptoms began shortly after receiving Lupron injections for 6 months for endometriosis. I had no idea what was happening to me. I saw many specialists over the years and was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2019 (as was my mother who had all of these symptoms too). It's eerily strange to me that a Fibromyalgia diagnosis is so commonly given to women when most likely they are going through peri-menopause or post-menopause - the symptoms are very similar. My mother and I joke that doctors bestow the Fibromyalgia diagnosis upon us when they don't know what's wrong since all the testing comes back as "normal". I understand there is some controversy around Fibromyalgia and I do not mean to step on anyone's toes who also has this disorder. Just wondering how many women have been misdiagnosed over the years - the thought of that makes me sick to my stomach.
I've watched/am watching all your videos in order and have learned SO much! Last month, my gynocologist looked at my bloodwork and said I was in peri-menopause-close to post-menopause stage. He prescribed HRT and asked if this was what I wanted to do. I said yes, out of ignorance, because well, I didn't know anything about menopause. I filled the prescription, took it home, read the lengthy booklet inside the package and was confused about where to put the patch lol. I started digging around the internet doing some research and found the Menopause Reddit page. It was suggested to watch your videos, so I did. Got myself a notebook, dedicated a couple hours a day to learning from you and decided not to make a decision about how to manage MY menopause MY way until I felt confident making a decision. The Combi-Patch is still in the fridge, and yes, I do get the overwhelming urge to slap it on when these hot flashes are wearing me down! But I am holding out, focused on the long term and feel like my decision is close. We are all extremely grateful to you for educating us. I plan on educating my daughter and mother and any woman who will listen. Menopause must be a normal topic of conversation! ♥♥♥
You should definitely schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME, my dear, It would help you soooooo much. I do them all via video conferencing, so it doesn't matter where you live. I hope I have the opportunity to meet you and help you.
Love it!! Let's start a menorevolution!!!
I'll lead it! We'll have menopower! Actually, that's my dream.
Thank you so much Dr. Barbie for helping us menopausal women around the world. I'm writing to you from Asia. Though I'm making the effort to learn more about menopause through research & reading. But like many women around the globe, I'm overwhelmed & confused with the conflicting bits of data & menopausal scare tactics even from physicians & professionals. Just not helpful to us already stressed out women during this difficult transition period of our lives. I feel so happy to had discovered your channel here in the nick of time. Yes, I'm struggling to make sense & deal with some peri-menopausal symptoms. You're really a kind lovely angel from the heavens! Love you too for your unique fashion sense & entertaining & simple methods to teach & guide us step by step us. 😘😘😘😊👍👍👍
Oh, Jen,
It's so wonderful to know that my videos are making things easier for you. I agree that women have been cheated in this area. I'm going to change that. Every woman deserves a complete education on menopause and how to manage the rest of her life. If men went through menopause, information would probably be so much more available.
Barbie only for you I wouldn’t have a clue about menopause thanks so much 🌹❤️
You make me so happy, Julie. This is the education you deserve. Keep watching. I'll give you all the tools to make the rest of your life the best of your life.
Wow, what you mention here is exactly what I'm going through in my life right now I'm 58. Thank you so much for explaining this! You are unique and wonderful!! I've been watching your videos in order, and I'm learning so much, now I finally understand that my hysterectomy was a partial one. For 20 years I thought I had a total hysterectomy since my doctor didn't really explain it to me. Now I understand that I'm not going crazy after all. There are no words to describe how grateful I am to you for explaining all of this,
THANK YOU!!
You are so very welcome, my dear. This is the education all women deserve. My ultimate dream is for all women to get it in their 20s and 30s.
Keep watching! And if you ever need my personal help in tailoring all the information specifically to YOU, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
I can't thank you enough for this video. I feel like every symptom described here is something I've experienced in some shape or form. I find it so refreshing to hear you explaining menopause so freely. I feel understood. I wish more doctors were as open to discussing in the manner that you do.
Rosa,
It warms my heart to know that my videos are helping you. Nothing makes me happier. I'll do everything I can to make your menopausal life great. And there are so many ways to accomplish that. Thank you for tuning in and commenting.
Talking about stress: I am 56 and have a 19 year old son with health problems and a 12 year old club soccer playing son, so still taking care of everything and everybody..I also have a 80 year old mother who lives on her own in a different country whom I worry about....and, oh yeah, on top of all that, experiencing physical and psychological symptoms of menopause. Your videos help me to deal with all of this, so thank you from the bottom of my heart : )
I have been looking forward to menopause because I had a terrible time during my menstrating years! Now that I am peri menopausal I didn't expect to feel like this! Hot flashes to point where my heart is racing and I can't breathe properly. Night sweats, brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, feeling insecure about my job, because I can't seem to function at work. And no matter what I do it's getting worse. I am going in with a positive attitude but I can't get a handle on my symptoms.
Arlene-Ann,
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. And I would love to help you. You don to have to suffer at all with menopause. You just need to know how to manage it. And that's what I'll teach you in a consultation.
No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU.
I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works:
1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone.
2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date.
3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages.
4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth.
5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed.
6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use.
7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options.
The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request.
So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively).
I hope to meet you soon!
How are you doing now? I am in similar situation and wondered how you are.
What a wonderful message and knowledge you are spreading. Thank you!!
I feel like I'm in the Twilight Zone 😤I have no sex drive....Im dry like a desert....cry all the time go in on 5 years now! I just don't no me anymore
Denise Demick blessings and love your way time to be gentle with ourselves
IDK me , im not the same , my family has fell apart.
timothy johnson I just don’t get it? My family members are trying to adjust to me and I just can’t explain 🤷♀️I got on Cymbalta 😟😳I have only been on it two months and I don’t think that is the answer either 🤦♀️I just don’t like what it’s done 😩
This is the 1st time I'm watching your video and wow Bravo! Its sooooo great!! I'll keep watching it for now on, no sure what Meno category am I into now, hehee. Haven't heard/seen you since PG. I'm glad you have this Menopause Taylor, and we get connected again. Tks Menopause Taylor for holding my hands towards this journey :)
Joyce!
I'm so thrilled to connect with you. Yes! I will help you with every little bit of your menopause and the rest of your life. If you've just found me, go back and watch these tutorials in order. That little number after each title tells you the order. If you do that, I promise you'll understand absolutely everything. Oh, I'm so happy to be able to help you.
Dr Taylor such a wish and compassionate overview of what menopausal women experience - I can honestly say I experience all those symptoms bar hysteria - for me the anxiety and recent frightening panic is what I find most distressing - working 12-14 hour days in a high pressure corporate role as I approach 60 can t be helping me my symptoms - walked out of the house today wearing my dress inside out :( that would be brain fog - I used to be so much fun, optimistic and full of energy and now I feel like a cantankerous old woman often fearful
Gloria,
Please consider scheduling a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will give you the tools to ensure that your menopause is what you want it to be. There are so many ways to keep things steady and predictable. But it requires tailoring this education to your reality. That's what I can do in a consultation.
@@MenopauseTaylor it’s my absolute intention to schedule a consultation with you I’m just waiting to have my blood tests done this coming week so that I have all the information. you require prior to our consultation - I’ll be booking in for a 2 hour consult if you’re available
@@gloriasaliba3395 Of course I'll be available. In a consultation, I'm all yours.
Excellent presentation!! Menofog and menomoody are just great :))) And, just to finish off this wonderfully nerdy question: egg comes first! :))) Egg laying chicken ancestors would confirm:)))))
Yes, you are correct, my dear! I can tell you're enjoying this education. And I'm enjoying you.
So empowering! Thank you!
Glad that i found your menopause education. I helps me to learn to accept the future. Nothing to worry or be afraid. I will be undergoing surgical menopause next month. I started hormone therapy and experienced symptoms of menopause like hot flushes and sweating morning and worst at night. Including abdominal pain. I have endometriosis stage 4
PLEASE, please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME BEFORE your surgery. I will help you so much by explaining everything, and making sure you have peace of mind in advance. You deserve to know exactly what to expect, and I'll take the time to ensure you do.
Oh no what were you taking sorry to hear that
Thank you for covering this underrated topic I do experience some of this and thank God I have much patients and I'm usually in a good mood regardless of whatever is happening in my life but these days I have to work much harder within it these symptoms are what my husband takes the least seriously bringing on more anxiety he expects me to have more control and doesn't understand my need for space or why I don't want to spend a lot of time with him right now considering he's in a difficult process that he brought on himself and underestimates the effects I don't want to see my anger after the way he's mistreated me over the last few years so I'm trying to spend as little time with him as possible Maybe when I locate my brain I can reduce some frustration I may have forgotten my brain in storage when I went to pay the bill it helps to laugh at ourselves
But it's good to know you're normal.
That's one of the many things we love about you and you know how to have fun with it
Thank you, my dear.
MENOREVELATION!! These symptoms are NOT who I am! - I/We can be free of them🥳Through peri menopause into menopause these symptoms have been around a long time. “Is this my personality🙁?” NO!! These symptoms can be relieved! Wow!! How wonderful ❤️
Absolutely! You should not settle for feeling anything less than fantastic. That's what this eduction is all about.
Thank you so much for this valuable information!!
You are so very welcome. I love making these videos for you,
I was sure I was getting dementia...until my endocrinologist told me I was suffering from perimenopause. I felt like myself again with 3 days of birth control pills. Barbie, thank you for this education. My endo sent me here and you helped me find a local NAMS specialist.
You make me so happy, my dear. I love success stories like this. Keep watching all my videos in order because your menopausal needs will change over time. And if you ever want me to help you in any way or tailor everything specifically to YOU, don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all online.
Were you getting a period every 28 days still and feeling this way? Or was your period stopped?
You are a God sent.
Love you.
This gives me a much better understanding of some of the woman in my life.I might never make the connection if I hadn't watched this video my reality is very stressful and I run with and advocate for a community of survivalist out of necessity. I now know more women around my age then I ever would have met if my family hadn't become unhoused I do have some of.these symptoms.but nothing I can't tolerate and laugh at. Thank you for describing the severity of how far this can go for so many women I can now give my friends the patients and understanding they deserve when I think they're just being crazy. People walk all over this extreme patients I'm blessed with I will seriously have to limit my time spent with others for my own sanity.and I'm ok with that.
I love knowing that this eduction is going to help you help others. I applaud you.
Another wonderful video. Thank you ♥️
I have all the symptoms you explain here....I do see a therapist and I've spoken with my internal medicine doctor and my Gyn
Oh, I am so sorry for this tardy reply. The RUclips comments on my end are supposed to line up all the new ones so that I don’t have to search for them one-video-at-a-time. And most of the time, it works. But occasionally (as in this case), a comment doesn’t appear in the line-up. I apologize profusely for the delay. Every so often, I scan back through old videos to see if there are any I haven’t answered. And, I found this one!
If you aren't getting the help you need, Denise, I'll be happy to have a one-on-one consultation with you. If you want a consultation, go to MenopauseTaylor.ME to schedule one. I do them on Skype, FaceTime, Facebook Messenger, as well as in-person.
You can include all the things you want to cover when you fill out the form, and then send me any labs or tests you've had. That way, I can incorporate everything into the session. I'll create a personalized document addressing all your concerns, and send it to you at least one day before our session. That way, you 'll have time to read it in advance. It's usually 6 - 12 pages long.
Then, I'll have all sorts of props and models to show you during the consultation, and we'll make great headway. You'll understand everything and have all the options tailored specifically to YOU.
There are so may good solutions for every woman. You just need someone who know about all of them and can help you find the ones that are best for you.
Menopause Taylor I’m still in the same position 😞I’m so happy to see you replied ❤️I am going to do as you asked and I will be seeing you soon/hearing from you 🙌🏻
For me personally I say the symptoms come first. Very active happy mentally stable person suddenly felt so many things and unlike myself at 45. Periods came 10 days late 3 mo during this time then stopped. Menopause wasn't on my mind and I thought it was hot flashes dry skin etc. No one talks about the psychological aspects. Having no one to talk with about these things feels even more lonely
It shouldn't be this way. I'm doing my best to improve the state of affairs with regard to menopause.
@@MenopauseTaylor I am grateful for you :)
@@neyisek6928 Thank you so much, my dear.
Yes I think I’m just menonumb in every way.
Thank you so much, another great video with lot of information.
You are absolutely welcome, Magda.
Wow Barbie you are so Right On
Oh well. I know all things menopause.
Wow! So helpful and thorough. Thanks.
You are so very welcome. Keep watching, and I'll help you with all of this.
Sign me up as a Menopause soldier to get this revolution started!!
Yeah! It would be the largest army the world has ever seen ... really! The menopausal population is the largest and fastest growing on the entire planet ... ever.
Menopause Taylor I look forward to speaking with you on your talk show!! Coming up soon! You know me on a personal basis especially after our phone chat so you know I am NOT shy hahaah! It's definitely going to be a blast!!
Absolutely! I think you're wonderful. Thank you for calling to check on me during the hurricane madness. You really touched my heart.
Did not feel crazy or ill until menopause started. Loss of oestrogen causes it.
There are solutions for everything , my dear. That's why I make these videos and do consultations. You should not settle for feeling anything less than fantastic. And you can feel fantastic if you learn about all your options and take advantages of the ones that are best for YOU.
@@MenopauseTaylor : my specialist is gonna try some testosterone gel with my HRT now . She took some comprehensive blood tests and the testosterone was down and theres still a bit of room for some more estrogen. Please know i love you Barbie. Xxxxx
@@suededogs9670 You should be wary. It sounds like she's treating the lab result rather than treating you.
No practitioner who is a true menopause specialist needs labs to give you what you need. Your body toads to you. Your job is to listen to it. It's simple, really: If ALL your symptoms disappear, you have enough estrogen. If not, you don't.
Consider scheduling a consultation with me any time at MenopauseTaylor.ME if you want me to help you make this really easy.
@@MenopauseTaylor oh it was me that asked for the tests to check how much estrogen i was absorbing from the patch. She checked the estradiol, testosterone, , sex hormone binding globulin and my thyroid . She is one of the best specialists on meno we have in the uk that i know of. I assume she knows what shes doing. . My GP refused to do the tests as he said he would not know how to interpret them.
@@suededogs9670 As long as you're happy. That's all that matters.
I so needed this and the previous video. You helped me realize that this is manageable and that I have a lot going for me now despite my symptoms. Plus, I have you,! I am signing up for a consultation with you. Thank you for these videos- truly you are saving me, one video at a time.
I look so forward to meeting you, Isabel. You're all scheduled and ready to go.
Brilliant information!!!!!
You're brilliant. I so admire your determination to learn about this.
Sometimes i feel that you know me more than myself thanks 😘❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Ah, Amie, isn't it wonderful to know that you're normal? I love being able to help you.
These are my most bothersome symptoms and I’ve been looking for a video on this. Do these symptoms (anxiety/depression) start to go away after you’re actually in menopause instead of peri?? Thank you for your videos!❤️
Some women have lessening of their symptoms over time. Others have the symptoms forever.
Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME if you need help with yours.
I will…I think you’re doing a huge service 🙌🏻
@@clairesteinriede9110 Thank you so much for appreciating my efforts.
It is not an empty nest at all. It is a nest full of stress.
OMG is my situation plus no significant other not helping financially. All the you’re saying it’s me I didn’t know what was going. Yes yes and yes.
Well, I hope it helps you understand.
Great info!
It's always good to be able to recognize what's going on, isn't it!
Let's see, do the psychological symptoms come from lack of certain hormones?? Or do lack of hormones cause the psychological symptoms?? I often wonder.
The psychological symptoms are a result of the lack of hormones. No doubt about it.
This is scarily very real to me, menopause has hit me hard and mainly psychologically, very severely. I went to my GP today and had to exaggerate my physical symptoms a bit because she was, at first, reluctant to prescribe HRT on teh grounds that I was 'only' getting psychological symptoms and that hrt is nto effective for treating these. I exaggerated how bad my (mild) hot flashes are because I felt she was wrong and that symptoms as severe as mine should eb treated with hrt especially as I already have osteoporosis and am only 42. From watching all your videos in order and doing other research I surmised that hrt is beneficial for treating psychological symptoms. Am I right or is she right? Thanks so very much. You do great work.
You will definitely notice improvement in your psychological symptoms of menopause with HRT. I just don't know where these practitioners come up with this distorted perceptions about HRT. The most shocking thing is that you osteoporosis at age 42 didn't concern her more. That's the most significant thing of all. You should consider using a SERM also (videos 34 & 35).
Menopause Taylor Ys it's scary especially as she's suppsed to be an expert in menopause that's why I made an appointment with her, nobody in that practive has really said anything about my osteoporosis weridly, thanks I'll go back and look at the SERM videos again.
Thanks so much for this!!!
You're welcome. It's my pleasure to make these videos for you.
For some women these symptoms can be short lived I'm one of them. If I can get past the anxiety after the extremely stressful few years we had to navigate and find stable housing just before my hormones really started going crazy I believe there's hope for others and these videos are very helpful I can remember and concentrate and don't need as much caffeine so I want women to know these symptoms don't have to run your life. I was afraid I would be combating this stuff for a year or more but after a few months and some nutrition adjustments I do feel like myself I want this little experience of mine to offer encouragement to others. The large egg is exactly how I feel living in a tiny house with my husband spending most of his time here I wish he would clean and puppy proof his place but next month we will be in another village with heat so I can take the large egg along with the growing jumping bean 🐕 next door and have some space to do what I need without the distractions I'm well aware these symptoms can return so it's nice to understand why they occur and can be managed
You don't need anxiety from menopause when you have it from other sources, do you!
Once again you have explained my condition to a tee. But I am peri menopausal - why do I feel so bad already. ? Is it because I have never had children ? The thought of another 5 years of this , I might blow my brains out ( seriously no , only joking ) but on 2nd month of mini pill and still feel like I am going crazy , bleeding for the last 13 days , so the symptoms are getting worse each day , and it started off so well , I had at least 5 days when I was tripping the light fantastic. Sorry to hassle you , when you have already very kindly answered my other messages . You are the only person who can help me . My doctor is bored with seeing me now. When will the torture end ? How can I keep a job if somedays I have moments when I forget who I am and where the hell I am ? My mum thinks the menopause is just a few hot sweats and that's it . Jesus ! She don't know the half of it. God bless you Barbie , sorry to go on. I am so frightened and fucked off with this. Xxxxxxx
Sallyanne,
Never having had children has nothing to do with any of this. Wipe that thought out of your mind.
However, your comment about being on the mini-pill may have a lot to do with it.
You already know that peri-menopause is due to low progesterone. So, it seems logical to use the mini-pill during peri-menopause. And that's because the mini-pill is all progesterone (no estrogen).
BUT, maybe you're far enough into your peri-menopause that you are also experiencing symptoms of low estrogen. If that's the case, the mini-pill may actually make your symptoms worse. It may be that the mini-pill is making your progesterone so much higher than your estrogen level that your symptoms are worse.
You could consider trying a birth control pill that contains both estrogen AND progesterone. Talk with your gynecologist about this. It's worth a try.
You should NOT be this unhappy.
Remember, the reason there are so many different birth control pills is that there are so many different women. Some women have to try a few different brands to find their "dream pill." And with time, that "dream pill" may stop being so dreamy. That's because you're not a robot. Your needs will change over time.
Wished i could read the rest of your reply Dr Barbie. Same here with no kids
@@MenopauseTaylorHi. If I am experiencing nearly every psychological and physical symptom of menopause yet still having periods (albeit erratic messed up periods) could this mean I’m nearing the end of peri menopause? I do hope so 🙏🏼
@@smileygirl1742 y definition. peri-menopause is when your periods get wacky while your progesterone and estrogen gradually decrease over a 2 to 10 year period of time.
@@MenopauseTaylor But my periods are wacky plus I have most of the symptoms of oestrogen deficiency. It’s all very strange. I hope that means I am nearing the end of peri menopause.
Thank you for this informative video, Dr Barbie. Could you recommend treatments for the psychological symptoms of menopause, like anxiety and depression. The Lord bless you.
Absolutely, Nena.
In the diet category: omitting caffeine, sugar, and junk food works wonders for anxiety.
In the lifestyle category, plenty of sleep, regular exercise, and yoga are magical for both anxiety & depression.
In the botanical & herbal category, St. John's Wort is the most popular anti-depression herb. It works to alleviate anxiety, too.
In the hormonal category, estrogen alleviates depression. Progesterone alleviates anxiety. But too much progesterone causes depression.
In the non-hormonal category, anti-anxiety medications (Valium) decrease anxiety and anti-depressants combat depression.
There's something in every category. Be sure to try only one at a time.
@@MenopauseTaylor excellent advice...thank you!
omg the anxiety the hot flashes and night sweats
This is true.
You look beautiful as usual! My marriage is stronger than ever! I am blessed in that way!
However my life has some stresses that I have been told by a famous attorney that not many if any others in America have.
I like how you created another language.You are like JR Tolkien who created the Elvish language. :)
Another viewers comment that there a day for menopause that would be great! Such a great idea! Lets get a petition!
Terrapause LOL! I get frustrated and did not know that was associated with menopause!
My GYN who is a polite French man who has lived in NYC for over 25 years but never lost his accent, his wife when she went through menopause had a fracture and a bunch of other fun stuff and he told me menopause is no joke!
If you can hear him say it in his French accent but with a NY attitude its so funny!
I have a friend who might be watching by now who was always kind of stoic and pragmatic who is now hysterical. I gave her your channel.
But the rest of these I never heard of Menopacolypse LOL!
Not myself any more I really feel that way! But everyone else that to me you don't seem like the same person any more.
This was very informative! IMO there would be less f these symptoms like suicidal thoughts which I had no idea could happen at menopause if doctors treated their patients with respect and that what we are going though is normal.
Thanks for another great video!
I have a question.
I want to just do my consultation on the phone is that okay? Also can I give you my CC number over the phone our computer is being hacked by a professional and I dont want that to hold me back. I have Skype but have not used it in years.
You can call Kubis Interactive (the company that manages my videos and website). They can schedule the consultation for you and take your information. Ask for Georgeta. 713 275 1007.
I can do the consultation by phone. You lose the benefit of being able to see each other or being able to see any props that might assist in your understanding. But if that's your preference, fine.
I seem to having literally every symptom except hot flashes which I thought was the most common. It’s very strange.
Hot flashes are the symptom women discuss. They are not the most common, nor the most bothersome symptom. The most bothersome symptoms are those due to GenitoUrinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM).
@@MenopauseTaylor Agree!
Me No Cope - that's the best lol !!!
I like that one, too.
Oh my goodness! Thank you for addressing retirement....add to that homeschooling LOL
Menopause includes many social issues: kids, marriage, aging parents, employment, lack of accommodations for menopause in the workplace, menopausal identity crisis, just to name a few. I address all these things.
So is it ok to give your body as much rest and sleep as it needs ?
Of course. Why wouldn't you?
Menopause Taylor thx, I guess I don’t want to be lazy, but some days all I can do is nap. Looking at your energy levels 😀
@@foxywhitetip7387 Well, you do have to consider the other things going on in your life that make you want or need sleep.
I’m sure extreme stress over 4-5 years is catching up with me .
@@foxywhitetip7387 Definitely! Do whatever you can to reduce it.
A few years ago I read a book about menopause entitled "Female brain gone insane". A very catchy title🤣. In all of this, just remember to breathe!
Good advice. However, I don't want you to think you or your brain go insane. And I'm going to do everything I can to save you from that.
You made me cry! 😭
I'm sorry. I never mean to make you cry.
It is a stress nest ! With the two 20 year olds giving us all sorts of grief
I understand! I feel for you, my dear.
I'm defintely more on the "Meno-gressive..." slant; it makes me feel quite uneasy at times, b/c I often had physical fights in grade school. I fear I may go all "Meno-Rage" & get myself into a 'Meno-Malfunction' that will propel me into "Meno-Pacolypse" faster than a Duck flying into a 747!
(I'm just loving that Chandelier in your background there, Barb! I have to wonder if you've gotten around to evaluating its weight-sustaining threshold???)
LOL!!! Gotta giggle! "-P
Signed,
your elusive "Meno-ite,"
Angel ;-)
Those are great meno-names you've crafted, my dear. Thanks for liking my chandelier. I'll show you another fun one eventually.
On stress ... I've had remarkable relief from stress with Bach Flower Remedies. I was handling stress so bad that I had developed hand tremors which BFR corrected.
It's always good to find something that works for you. That's what this education is all about.
You are menogenuis Doc. T!
What a sweet compliment. Thank you!
Brilliant love from across the pond.:)
Thank you, Wendy. It's lovely to hear from you.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
It's my pleasure.
I acquired social anxiety as soon as my period stopped. Lost my sense of confidence and feeling stable. (Meno-lost). Bizarre because I had a very public life for 10 years prior. At this same period in my life I Went though a divorce (have since remarried my hubby 👏) and have a chronically ill teen daughter whom I worry about most of the time. Also experience many of the other psych meno issues. Does balancing hormones help with these psych issues or do we need to address them with a psychologist ?
If your psychological issues are due to estrogen deficiency (and it sounds like yours definitely are), taking an estrogen dosage that is right FOR YOU should get rid of all of them completely.
But, getting it right requires tailoring specifically TO YOU. You cannot manage YOUR menopause somebody ELSE'S way. If you want me to tailor everything to YOU, schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all online.
This is funny. I was meno-naming events around me lately, too. Like today's weather was totally a meno-weather, it just couldn't decide what to do: raining, windy, calm, foggy, haling, sunny and then all over again. Just like us when we are “under weather”. My biggies are certainly a meno-deepression, meno-selfloss and meno-invisibility. Literally, people just bump on me sometimes, and I go "really, am I wearing an invisible hat?" And not that long ago they would stop to look at me and compliment. Ha-ha. I have managed the anxiety by stopping alcohol completely. I used to have such dreadful anxiety attacks, they were actually killing me as my heart would be jumping the rope in the mornings and often at nights too. Stopping alcohol in any form worked like a magic pill. Now, I am on a search for solutions to other items on my menopause management list, although it seems as you get to manage one, another comes creeping in. Luckily, seeing you on the screen helps me feel meno-found and meno-shining like never before. Today, while driving to my naturopath, I caught myself laughing full heartedly just remembering some of your episodes. Laughter is certainly one of the most affordable but priceless menopause medicine out there. It feels so liberating, instead of taking new wrinkles as a defeat, just laugh about them. I call them my New Year gifts now and keep saying that while I do not make any New Year resolutions myself, my face and body do, they come up with new lines and aches each January precisely and force me to go about their resolutions. Also, I asked my doctor to look you up, Barbie. By the way, we need to teach the Grammarly all these new meno-terms so that the spellcheck is not going crazy trying to underline and correct them all. Stay healthy and merry, all the menofriends out there!
You are such a hoot! You're like a comedy writer. I love you.
I'm so glad to be able to contribute in a positive way. My goal is to turn your negatives into positives and help you make the rest of your life the best of your life. Stick with me, and I will!
Oh, I am sticking like a crazy glue and pulling my menogirlfriends with me.
By the way, I am traveling to Europe for 3 months and taking your book as my new tour guide. It will certainly be very helpful as my mood navigator, the rest I can handle without a guide.
I've never thought of my book as a travel guide. But, now that you mention it, menopause IS a journey!
We women have to save each other's lives.
god bless you dr. barbie..
You, too! Always.
Hey Dr Barbie, this video was very informative. In my case there are issues that have been bothering me for years. I've been suppressing the way I feel for years, seems now I just can't lie to myself anymore. It seems going through menopause has brought a clarity, unfortunately I can't do much to change my situation.
Well, the eery first step in changing any situation is to see it clearly. You are farther along than you think. And just know that you are not alone. Menopause is a time of tremendous stress for so many women. I'm doing what I can to make it a whole lot smoother.
I'm here if you need me.
Does estradiol fix the fatigue?
Yes, fatigue is one of the 22 symptoms of estrogen deficiency that disappears if you take adequate estrogen replacement.
@@MenopauseTaylorSo pleased to hear this, the fatigue is debilitating.
You are God sent ❤
This is such a kind, loving comment. Thank you so much for appreciating my efforts.
Barbie is to menopause as what Dolly is to country
Ha! What a notion. Thank you. my dear.
Dr barbie .it's all about me.what can I do to cop with all this .I m taking estrogel but still have all these issues. I want to live my life with happiness but how
Ashu,
This is precisely the kind of thing that warrants a consultation. Because it's all about YOU, I have to tailor everything specifically to YOU. And that's not something I can do in a comment box. So, if you want me to tailor it to you, schedule a consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
Hope you and yours are doing ok in Houston. It looks like a really rough time there.
Thank you, Laurie. We're banding together. Without electricity, water, food, or Internet, it's been a focus on nothing but survival. For days, I didn't have any way to get news or learn the extent of what was going on in Houston, even though I was in the middle of it. When I first saw the news, I just started crying. This will e something I never forget.
Thank you...
You are so welcome, Greta.
Oh the comment section is so different. Well we have to keep our chin up as we don't have a choice. We will just march on together and thank God for youtube xx
I'm with you, Lorraine. We can turn negatives into positives. I think knowing that what you're experiencing is normal is so important. We can all band together, and make every woman stronger.
Dear dr taylor,
I am on a low dose of antidepressant ssri since about a year. I am not still in menopause. I am 50. I have a huge loss of libido. These ssri are super but...i don't know if it is the medication or the imminent menopause. What you think in general of ssri in menopause.
Thank you if you find the time to answer. I love your videos. Hope you will not stop.
Thank you from italy
Many women use SSRIs at the time of menopause. They alleviate depression only. And they cause a loss of libido for most women. Most women experience a decrease in their sex drive 2 years after post-menopause. That's when testosterone declines.
Menopause Taylor tank you for your answer
I'm always happy to help you.
Anyone notice a side effect of getting gassier from hrt? (Bioidentical)
Laurie,
That's a new one. Is everything else the same? The most common reason for gassiness is dairy products.
Hi Barbie! About the same time I started the HRT, I started the Alpha base vitamin supplement packs as directed by my integrative medicine APN. Unsure which might have caused the issue, I stopped the HRT for about 7 days, and things got back to usual - then yesterday I thought I'd try again, applying it mid afternoon instead of evening as I had been, just to see if it made a difference, and lo and behold, it started again. It is the tiniest little dab - 1/4 gram (1 click). Label says CS -E2 2.5/E3 2.5 /P 200 MG/GM Cream Topiclick. I'll try knocking out the plain yogurt that I usually have and see what happens!
You're doing what I call "self-experimentation," and you're very good at it. You're answering your own questions.I think your yogurt omission is a good plan. I'm really impressed with you!
I feel lost.
That is a very common feeling. But isn't it good to know that there's a logical reason you feel that way, and that you are not alone? We'll work on this to make it better.
Abupausal and menolost, that's me!
Well, you're here now. And we're going to change that. Just keep watching these in order.
And the symptoms definitely came first. My attitude was the same. My ,I've the same. Then the hormones changed and hit me like a trainwreck. This video does nothing to help. Sigh. I was hoping having a medic so background she would discuss HRT- pros and cons - or helpful herbs or teas.
I am a fully-licensed, board-certified Obstetrician / Gynecologist / Gynecologic Surgeon. There is no way can present all the issues you enumerated in a single video. I do address them all in this education. But it's just that: an education. And that means you have to start at video 1 and watch them in order if you want any chance at managing your menopause successfully.
If you want a short-cut, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will tailor all the fact specifically to YOU and help you assess all YOUR best options. There is nothing that is right for all women.
Dr. Barbie...I am not sure where to send an actual "e-mail" to you, I have had you on my mind with the flooding in Houston. I hope and an praying, you and your loved ones are safe! xoxoxo
Oh, Cindy, thank you. It's been really terrible. No electricity, no water, spoiled food, water everywhere. People have no idea how traumatic this has been (and still is).
Luckily, I shot my videos in advance, so they'll air on schedule. We're still quite paralyzed here.
Send me an email through my website MenopauseTaylor.ME. I'll respond.
Menopause Taylor .....Oh, I'm so sorry! I couldn't get you off my mind, and ALL of you there in Houston. I had a feeling, that it was far worse than we could imagine. We are making a donation toward helping out, oh, I wish there was more I (we) could do. I'm so grateful knowing you are safe, and will continue to be praying on for all of Houston, and it's good people. Thank you, for giving me your email....I love you.
Large cities are not the greatest places to be anymore . Just my opinion of course
Having taken care of my mother in my home until her passing (5 years) ....I think the one scenario that wasn't mentioned was parents of adult dependent children with special needs.....my mother would be the road rage aggressive fit throwing person
You are correct. I did fail to mention that. I even failed to mention it in video 73 on Menopause and Aging Parents. Thank you for pointing this out.
Having moved across country, camping out while rebuilding literally building a new home, losing my best friend Foxy watching her decline running around looking for nonexistent vet care around here, all while peri menopause started hitting me with every symptom in the book, my first utis, this has been the worst 2-3 years of my life .
I am in that situation with my mother she has borderline personality disorder on top of being 78 years old with tons of mental health issues . She’s causing me so many problems . I am single and wish I could find a man so I could just get out of this situation. I am tired myself all the time . I am peri menopause and can’t sleep at night and can’t stay away during the day no matter how many times I try and correct my sleep . I can’t see , gaining weight and I am sad no job due to covid .
Great
I always call myself a tweener.
Also during and after menopause the life goes on, even better,
if you follow some simple tips:
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Any chance eyesight will improve with estrogen ??
Well, poor eyesight is a function of aging, not estrogen loss. All the senses dull with age: Sight, Hearing, Smell, Taste, and Touch.
Since they say women’s eyesight deteriorates after 40 I wondered if it’s the loss of estrogen and if HRT would help . Maybe it would stall further deterioration
@@foxywhitetip7387 Don't expect it. I always make sure you know how to frame your expectations using facts. And the fact is that eyesight deteriorates with age, regardless of gender and regardless of sex hormones.
Love that chicken 🐔
Funny, isn't it!
I'm loving your dress and cameo necklace :-)
Oh, thank you, my dear. I'm such a girl!
I can truly relate to this video. I suffer from anxiety attacks but this past month has been almost unmanageable. Last Monday I struggled with hyperventilating and feeling very anxious for 9 hours, with a brief break in the middle. I hadn't had a period for 11 months and this month I had one for 2 weeks, albeit very light. I really want to take a combined patch of estrogen and progesterone, do you think this is appropriate as I'd had 11 months without a period? I know it's time to try something, even a low dose will help I'm sure. I just sometimes feel so low and have a lack of interest and overwhelming dark thoughts and I don't want to go worse. Please help! Thank you so much 🙏
You do not have to wait to be post-menopausal before starting HRT. You could have started it any time. You should not suffer.
@@MenopauseTaylor thank you, I would like to just go straight on to the combination patch but I wasn't sure if I have to start over and do another 12 months or If I can go straight on to them
You can go right ahead and start now if you wish.
@@MenopauseTaylor really? I thought I would have to start the clock all over again from this period 2 weeks ago.
@@MenopauseTaylor thankyou for being so kind and understanding the bewilderment and frustration of the peri woman🙏💞
Spot on....as usual...lol...
Ah, you are very kind to say that.
get me out of the sandwich, let me be a pickle on the side
How funny! That's s great line.
Ummm.... change our attitude - but hen she says basically take antidepressants while embracing this as positive. Ridiculous
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People are really buying this smh....
What myth? Many women can relate to this.
You will buy it soon Mary...
Mary, mary, Mary...lol...smh!!
How would this man know anything about being a women...shake your heads ladies, if ya have any brain cells left