Thank you so much Dr. Sophie. This video has been so helpful. I have been depressed for fear of starting HRT. I am encouraged by your explanation. God bless you
This is such a revaluation. You have just described my life for the last few years. I never thought what I was experiencing was this until a few months ago. Start HRT patches tomorrow looking forward to being myself again 🤞thank you
Dr Sophie I'm perimnopuse 53 my main symptoms are dry mouth syndrome, Anxiety and depression and insomnia lif is just not worth living . If one of the side effects low mood on hrt how would it work for me.
This was so brilliant to watch and helped me feel abit of relief, im only 41 and doctors are pretty and pre menopausal and it starts in all ths ladys early in my family.
@@TTT-du6oj Not on my list at the moment, latest evidence I saw was that it is a fallacy that testosterone drops with age in men, but I’ll look into it again.
Do women need progesterone when using a topical estrogen cream if they still have periods? There's this new fad of using estrogen cream on the face for skincare. But is it safe? Thank you for any information.
Yes, transdermal oestrogen via spray, gel, or patch still needs progesterone (unless had a hysterectomy). Vaginal topical oestrogen does not. I have no idea about using it as skincare, but I would avoid it until we know more!
Hi, I have started on the estradiol patches for three weeks now. I have gained 4 pounds lots of bloating and breast, swelling and tenderness. When are these symptoms going to stop?
Breast swelling and bloating are common side effects when starting HRT, especially in the first few weeks. For most people, these symptoms settle down as your body adjusts, which can take around 3-6 months. However, if the symptoms are severe or aren’t improving, it’s a good idea to speak with your GP or the prescribing doctor-they may need to adjust your dose or type of HRT.
Great video. I have been on evorel sequel for 3 months and have had some great overall improvements. Can I ask is it OK to take vitamin D or others vitamins whilst on HRT? When I'm on my 1st week of progesterone patches my mood lowers slightly. I have discussed options with my nurse but I need to wait 12 months before changing prescription. so just wondering if vitamins would help or hinder. Many thanks 😊
The great thing about HRT is that you are just topping up back to the levels of oestrogen you have lost, so drug interactions are not much of a concern. In general, depending on how much sunshine you get, it’s a great idea to take vitamin D. I have done a video this if you want more info. Magnesium is another vitamin I often recommend, but nothing else unless you have reason to suspect deficiencies, eg B12 if vegan. Hope that helps!
I wish my experience was as easy, I am going through it early I’m 45 now and when I turned 40 and changed my contraceptive from depo injection to the mini pill that’s when my problems started and there are a lot more extreme than the problems you have gone through. It took me 3 years to get a blood test after showing signs and I was told I was too young ?, I was tried on one estogen patch and it didn’t agree with me so I have been left with nothing and in not such a good way with my health
So sorry to hear this. You’re definitely not ‘too young’. Perhaps you should try going back to your doctors and asking to try an alternative if you haven’t already?
If I could get to see a doctor who would take me serious would be a start. Basic biology they know chemicals we use in everyday products can mimic our hormones and cause problems but they don’t understand the menopause, I had problems at puberty they could of warned me about this. I have spent the first 6 months of the year with sever nerve pain in my scalp and right hand side of my face and also paralysis and I have got no help at all. The reason I am saying this is because people are being let down by this, it all sound so easy when you know what you are going through I nearly lost everything because the gp’s didn’t listen. This is a serious problem that needs addressing properly. I don’t got hot flushes it’s probably the only symptom I don’t get. Try helping people that are really suffering through this
I'm 45. Still get regular monthly period but I have a family history of alzeimhers on the female side. My aunts on both sides, my mom and their mom. Basically everyone. I want to start hrt now to help mitigate this. I also feel more anxious the last few yrs not sure why but all this males me feel it's time for HRT eventhough all my male Dr can see is my age and the fact I still have periods.
It isn’t licensed for a preventative treatment for Alzheimer’s and there may be many causes of anxiety, so it might be correct not to rush into HRT for people without core symptoms.
I’m experiencing internal tremors I’m only 42 and think I’m going threw early menopause what would u recommend to stop theses? Cause there driving me insane x
Hi Sophie! i'm 51 and apart from a few hot flushes( which have now calmed down) i don't feel any different than i did before the menopause. Should i still go on HRT or go natural?
There’s some controversy about whether women should go on HRT for the health benefits, but currently the guidance is to trial it only if you have symptoms.
My experience has not been great either and if you could actually get to see a doctor that would be great also but you cant .your lucky if you even get a phone call these days .which is not private or personal .i got sent this from my doctor also when i tried to order my usual kliovance but the rigmerol i have to go through id rather stick with what i know so now im just hoping he will issue my normal hrt .As getting through to a doctor isnt easy in the first place .
Sorry to hear you are having such a hard time getting an appointment, if you are in the UK, I can appreciate that the NHS is struggling at the moment with increased demand and not enough staff unfortunately. I always recommend switching from tablet oestrogen to transdermal, as per the video, as this is the safest form of HRT. Perhaps try an econsult if that option is available to you.
@DrSophieGP thankyou I do have that option however they don't always get back to you ,I am told often that the services are overwhelmed which I understand greatly again though that doesn't help me .so I'm not even going to attempt to try and change as I'm alright on kliovance which is one pill .The patches get dirty quickly and lose there stick and when I did do the two pills I could never sleep when I was on progesterone only .
The HRT helps settle the symptoms, so I’m not sure what you mean? We always start on the lower dose, so often women need to increase their dose to get on top of their symptoms.
I'm scared of hrt due to the risks of breast cancer and won't go on it. I need help because for the past 2 years, I have really been suffering from severe mental health and weight gain and paranoa. I need your support please Dr. Sophie.
If you’re perimenopausal and not having regular periods, it’s still possible to get pregnant because ovulation can occur sporadically during this time. If you’re unsure about your specific situation, I’d recommend speaking to your GP for personalised advice.
Even with light spotting or a thin lining, it’s still possible for an egg to implant. During perimenopause, hormone levels can fluctuate unpredictably, which means ovulation and implantation can still occur, even if the uterine lining isn’t optimal.
Thank you so much Dr. Sophie. This video has been so helpful. I have been depressed for fear of starting HRT. I am encouraged by your explanation. God bless you
I’m so pleased it has been helpful 🙌🏻
Thank you for this validation! I can’t believe how many women suffered in silence or not taken seriously for many decades
Yes, that’s really true, but hopefully not anymore 💪🏻🙌🏻
The evidence you have given is so validating, it’s made me cry. Thank You.
Thank you for taking the time to let me know. Hope you get the help you need ❤️🩹
Thanks for this honest breakdown
Hope you found it helpful 🙌🏻
Brilliant video Sophie, I’ve got an appointment to speak to my GP tomorrow to talk about HRT and this has helped reduce any worries I had about it 🙌🏼😍
Ah, that’s great to hear! Thanks for letting me know x
clear easy to understand information. You must be a great GP :)
What a lovely comment, thank you!
This is such a revaluation. You have just described my life for the last few years. I never thought what I was experiencing was this until a few months ago. Start HRT patches tomorrow looking forward to being myself again 🤞thank you
🙌🏻🤞🏻
Dr Sophie I'm perimnopuse 53 my main symptoms are dry mouth syndrome, Anxiety and depression and insomnia lif is just not worth living . If one of the side effects low mood on hrt how would it work for me.
@@hasinapatel1233 please seek medical help. Your life can and will get better but you need proper help
My doctor sent me a link to this video, I've just sat down to watch it and was amazed to see where you were walking, I walked on there earlier today!!
Ah, how funny! It’s a lovely spot. Say hello if you walk by again and see someone filming and chatting along 😄
Such a brilliant video, helping many people. Keep up the great work
Thanks so much for your feedback, it means a lot!
Iv just been sent this link by my gp thank u so much xx
Hope it was helpful 👍🏻
This was so brilliant to watch and helped me feel abit of relief, im only 41 and doctors are pretty and pre menopausal and it starts in all ths ladys early in my family.
Thank you for letting me know you found it so helpful, it’s really lovely to hear
@@DrSophieGP Do you have any plans to do a video on trt/hrt for men,Thank you !
@@TTT-du6oj Not on my list at the moment, latest evidence I saw was that it is a fallacy that testosterone drops with age in men, but I’ll look into it again.
@@DrSophieGP Thank you very much ! new subscriber
Clear, precise and articulate information!
Thank you that was excellent
I was sent to this video, it's really good thank you. Although where did the dogs go at 01:57 ?
I’ve just watched and and WHERE DID THEY GO?? 😆🤷🏻♀️
Do women need progesterone when using a topical estrogen cream if they still have periods? There's this new fad of using estrogen cream on the face for skincare. But is it safe? Thank you for any information.
Yes, transdermal oestrogen via spray, gel, or patch still needs progesterone (unless had a hysterectomy). Vaginal topical oestrogen does not. I have no idea about using it as skincare, but I would avoid it until we know more!
Great video, thank you. Where can I get the symptom form that you mention?
Thanks! It’s in the useful links list on the video description.
Hi, I have started on the estradiol patches for three weeks now. I have gained 4 pounds lots of bloating and breast, swelling and tenderness. When are these symptoms going to stop?
Breast swelling and bloating are common side effects when starting HRT, especially in the first few weeks. For most people, these symptoms settle down as your body adjusts, which can take around 3-6 months. However, if the symptoms are severe or aren’t improving, it’s a good idea to speak with your GP or the prescribing doctor-they may need to adjust your dose or type of HRT.
Great thank you
Great video. I have been on evorel sequel for 3 months and have had some great overall improvements. Can I ask is it OK to take vitamin D or others vitamins whilst on HRT? When I'm on my 1st week of progesterone patches my mood lowers slightly. I have discussed options with my nurse but I need to wait 12 months before changing prescription. so just wondering if vitamins would help or hinder. Many thanks 😊
The great thing about HRT is that you are just topping up back to the levels of oestrogen you have lost, so drug interactions are not much of a concern. In general, depending on how much sunshine you get, it’s a great idea to take vitamin D. I have done a video this if you want more info. Magnesium is another vitamin I often recommend, but nothing else unless you have reason to suspect deficiencies, eg B12 if vegan. Hope that helps!
@@DrSophieGP thats brilliant thank you for replying.
Take your supplements
I wish my experience was as easy, I am going through it early I’m 45 now and when I turned 40 and changed my contraceptive from depo injection to the mini pill that’s when my problems started and there are a lot more extreme than the problems you have gone through.
It took me 3 years to get a blood test after showing signs and I was told I was too young ?, I was tried on one estogen patch and it didn’t agree with me so I have been left with nothing and in not such a good way with my health
So sorry to hear this. You’re definitely not ‘too young’. Perhaps you should try going back to your doctors and asking to try an alternative if you haven’t already?
If I could get to see a doctor who would take me serious would be a start. Basic biology they know chemicals we use in everyday products can mimic our hormones and cause problems but they don’t understand the menopause, I had problems at puberty they could of warned me about this.
I have spent the first 6 months of the year with sever nerve pain in my scalp and right hand side of my face and also paralysis and I have got no help at all.
The reason I am saying this is because people are being let down by this, it all sound so easy when you know what you are going through I nearly lost everything because the gp’s didn’t listen.
This is a serious problem that needs addressing properly.
I don’t got hot flushes it’s probably the only symptom I don’t get.
Try helping people that are really suffering through this
I am 38 years old now i got hysterectomy lapro can i use hrt
Hot flushes are the least of womens problems unless very severe. Your body shuts down its ridiculous the ignorance.
Yes
I'm 45. Still get regular monthly period but I have a family history of alzeimhers on the female side. My aunts on both sides, my mom and their mom. Basically everyone. I want to start hrt now to help mitigate this. I also feel more anxious the last few yrs not sure why but all this males me feel it's time for HRT eventhough all my male Dr can see is my age and the fact I still have periods.
It isn’t licensed for a preventative treatment for Alzheimer’s and there may be many causes of anxiety, so it might be correct not to rush into HRT for people without core symptoms.
Fantastic
Could I start HRT now, at the age of 64, 16 years without any periods?
This theoretically can happen, but needs to be discussed carefully with your doctor.
What about just taking an vaginal estriol cream to deal with symptoms of dryness and itching? Would that work and be safe?
A vaginal oestrogen cream can be very helpful, but often best used in conjunction with HRT
Hi Dr Sophie! Do you have a video on PMDD?
No, but it has been on my to do list for a while!
I’m experiencing internal tremors I’m only 42 and think I’m going threw early menopause what would u recommend to stop theses? Cause there driving me insane x
Speak to your doctor, they may suggest blood tests as your under 45, always worth checking for other causes too.
Hi Sophie! i'm 51 and apart from a few hot flushes( which have now calmed down) i don't feel any different than i did before the menopause. Should i still go on HRT or go natural?
There’s some controversy about whether women should go on HRT for the health benefits, but currently the guidance is to trial it only if you have symptoms.
Are this hormones clean? Do they contain bad fillers or toxins?
Watch the video where I explain more about this!
Thank you. I'm scared of going on hrt😢
Most women have nothing to fear!
Grow up..
My experience has not been great either and if you could actually get to see a doctor that would be great also but you cant .your lucky if you even get a phone call these days .which is not private or personal .i got sent this from my doctor also when i tried to order my usual kliovance but the rigmerol i have to go through id rather stick with what i know so now im just hoping he will issue my normal hrt .As getting through to a doctor isnt easy in the first place .
Sorry to hear you are having such a hard time getting an appointment, if you are in the UK, I can appreciate that the NHS is struggling at the moment with increased demand and not enough staff unfortunately. I always recommend switching from tablet oestrogen to transdermal, as per the video, as this is the safest form of HRT. Perhaps try an econsult if that option is available to you.
@DrSophieGP thankyou I do have that option however they don't always get back to you ,I am told often that the services are overwhelmed which I understand greatly again though that doesn't help me .so I'm not even going to attempt to try and change as I'm alright on kliovance which is one pill .The patches get dirty quickly and lose there stick and when I did do the two pills I could never sleep when I was on progesterone only .
There is no mention of the fact that the symptoms will most likely return after taking HRT?!!
The HRT helps settle the symptoms, so I’m not sure what you mean? We always start on the lower dose, so often women need to increase their dose to get on top of their symptoms.
Please help me. I have lost myself 😢
It sounds like you need to get a medical review, please reach out to get help.
I'm scared of hrt due to the risks of breast cancer and won't go on it. I need help because for the past 2 years, I have really been suffering from severe mental health and weight gain and paranoa. I need your support please Dr. Sophie.
@@mahroofbegum1172 Have you watched the video? The risk of breast cancer is very small for most women choosing HRT.
Yes I watched your video and I und
I understand that, but I'm still worried about the risks and am too scared to go on hrt. I am suffering so much
You can get pregnant without a period? How?
If you’re perimenopausal and not having regular periods, it’s still possible to get pregnant because ovulation can occur sporadically during this time. If you’re unsure about your specific situation, I’d recommend speaking to your GP for personalised advice.
@DrSophieGP if you're only having light spotting how would a fertilised egg implant? There's not enough lining to support this.
Even with light spotting or a thin lining, it’s still possible for an egg to implant. During perimenopause, hormone levels can fluctuate unpredictably, which means ovulation and implantation can still occur, even if the uterine lining isn’t optimal.