In my experience, doctors do not have a clue about menopause! I ended up in the emergency dept a few times from bad panic attacks, thinking I was having a heart attack etc, had to have a barrage of tests, even radiation pumped into me, ALL NORMAL turns out it was peri-menopause!! I lived in hell for around ten years, the menopause made my life, and my families life, hell. Thank goodness I am post menopausal now but still get flushes and pelvic feelings where I feel like I will have a period, but nothing, I guess that will settle too. Eileen, I have been following you for years, you have been so very helpful, you're a true Gem. xo
Thank you for your videos/talks! They really help and encourage and help to keep going through this difficult period in the life of a woman. Could not ask my question due to time difference but will send an email!
Hi Ro-an This is really common in the menopause and many women will experience it at some point. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. This symptom does tend come and go, often depending on how stressful your daily life is generally. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-calm-menopause-anxiety/
I have developed Asthma in the Menopause amongst other things; anxiety, hot flushes, blood pressure! It really is a nightmare and wouldn't have believed you can have is many different symptoms
Hi Emma, Although lung issues are not particularly common this can happen in the menopause. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look th-cam.com/video/9BSexXVqU9g/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for all your hard work it has been very careful to me my issue now is after I have a bowel movement I am very weak and nerves are very aggravated thanks for all your information
Hi Kimberly This can happen and may be due to an adrenaline rush as your bowels empty. You could try a calming herb such as valerian or Ashwagandha for a few weeks to see if this helps. Dehydration may make it worse too, so remember to drink plenty of plain water every day! Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Eileen, thank you so much for support on menopause. Really very useful. I have a concern I was hystrectomised in 2014 and I have experienced sudden changes after the surgery. Of all.... my hy hair is going bald slowly. My memory is going down drastically. I am on Premarin for the last 4 years. Please help....
I feel like an old lady trying to get out of bed in the morning. Hips, legs & back all aching. Just feel so fed up, live alone and find everything just getting on top of me.
Hi Alison Joint aches and pains are very common in the menopause. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/joint-aches-and-pains/
I don‘t know if this will help, but there is a product called (in USA) Forever Active HA softgels. I get them here in Germany. Eileen has talked about Hyalouronic Acid, which is helpful to the joints. That’s what this supplement mainly is. Also, I noticed a few years ago that it quite improved my skin (less pimples). This particular product also has ginger oil and turmeric. I am taking it, as I think it generally helps in various ways.
@@alisonrobinson6315I forgot to say they are not cheap, like about 28,- Euros and it takes a little time for you to notice results, but I believe it to be a high quality product that our bodies can absorbe. I don't suffer much from joint pain, but my mother in law notices a difference, and as I mentioned, they helped my bad skin a lot; and now with the menopause, I have decided to keep taking them as I think they may be helping generally with moisture in the body (eyes, mouth, skin) but this is something Eileen may know more about.
Have since I started this journey anxiety and panic... horrible. I started adding extra magnesium and used a natural calming remedy and anxiety sublingual pills a homeopathic remedy. Has helped greatly. So appreciate your tips and advice. Here in the states things are starting to catch up, but have to say you have given need answers and I appreciate it.
I have been listening to your advice Eileen and have to say it really does make a lot of sense. I have prompted my daughter to view the video who is going through the menopause, having the symptoms of reflux, bloating and hot flushes. Please can I ask, do men in their fifties go through a similar process?
Hi Maria I have posted some video blogs on anxiety and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. Dry hair can be caused by several factors such as dehydration and/or not enough healthy fats in your diet. Make sure that you are drinking lots of plain water every day and that you are having some healthy fats at each meal. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/anxiety-and-the-emotional-turmoil-of-the-menopause/ www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-calm-menopause-anxiety/
How can I help my friend during her menopause? I've never been through this. It skipped me and my mom, but my sisters went thru it, but I have not a clue about this.
Hi Christina I have posted a video blog on fatigue and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-beat-menopause-fatigue/
Hi Linda Losing hair and severe fatigue can often indicate other health issues such as low iron, low thyroid function or low vitamin D so it is important to ask your doctor to test for these just to rule them out. Digestion can often be affected in the menopause causing symptoms such as IBS. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/is-menopause-causing-your-digestive-problems/
Eileen, I wanted to mention that I think your suggestion of sea buckthorn (called Sanddorn in German) is really helping my bladder infection symptoms and vaginal pain. I‘ve been drinking it mornings and sometimes evenings as a very thick juice (diluted with lots of water). It tastes like sh** (unsweetened as I am taking your advice and trying to cut down on sugars) but I don’t care! It’s not perfect, and sometimes I still get quite severe pain while peeing, but generally I feel it is improved. Also still getting up to pee at night - at least 3 or 4 times and sometimes more. But I also must admit that I do drink at night, as I sometimes don’t manage to drink as much as I’d like during the daytime.
HI Karen, it is good to know that you are reaping some benefits and if you make the other changes in water intake during the day and night, just to see how this helps. However, any severe pain should be investigated further by the GP.
Hi Suzette You could try our Menopause Support; this contains a fermented form of soya which can provide plant-based oestrogens. These are known to be very gentle so won’t be a direct substitute for HRT.
Do have a question for you, what do you think about bhrt pelleted hormones? I started menopause in 2011, and am post menopausal now. I have osteoarthritis and my integrative doctor suggested it for me.
Hi Corrinn Our main concern with BHRT is that because it is a relatively new drug there have not been any long-term studies done on this so no-one knows if it would be safe to take ongoing.
recently been getting a sensitive feeling in my tongue with occasional stinging, trying to eat more soft bland foods with plain water, reducing spices as well as lowering fried food and fizzy drinks in my diet.
I've had this too, it seems to be quite rare, I found most fruits and green tea makes mine worse, it also seems to be worse with hot flushes and then gets better when they've gone so I'm guessing it's to do with hormones, but there's not a lot of info about it.
Well done for changing your foods and drinks as this can often help. Mouth problems are quite common in the menopause so I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. th-cam.com/video/CnB9IHEI4YE/w-d-xo.html
Hi Loubie, you are right, this is a problem which isn't talked about much, but there are several mouth problems which can occur at this time from dental problems to burning tongue and even jaw pain. I go into it in more detail in my mouth problems video th-cam.com/video/CnB9IHEI4YE/w-d-xo.html
Hello im Sue . I’m 62 years old and post menopause for 6 years, I’m still having anxiety and night sweats, I’ve been to the Drs with no answers. Will this ever end ?
Hi Sue Sorry to hear that you're still struggling. Some women do get symptoms for a long time but other health issues such as anaemia, vitamin D or B12 deficiency, thyroid imbalance, diabetes and heart disease can all cause symptoms that are identical to menopause ones so it is a good idea to ask your doctor for a full health check just to rule these ones out. Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Eileen, does everyday dizziness part of perimenopause? I stopped working because of this. I always feel fearful, is it also part of it? And my joints pains is a killler... what to do with it? Thank you.
I have posted video blogs on all of these symptoms and how you can help yourself so please do take a look www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/eileen-answers-your-questions-on-headaches-and-dizziness/ www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/joint-aches-and-pains/ www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/crying-fear-and-worry-whats-causing-these-emotions/
Hi Eileen. I have been given oestrogen patches and utrogestan vaginal 200mg capsules for combined hrt. I'm told the capsules are usually given for fertility. What are your thoughts on this please, I'm so confused.
Hello Lindsay, There are so many different types of HRT on the market now, sometimes it is dependent upon your specific symptoms. As HRT is a prescribed medication it is best to clarify this with your GP and ask for more information. At A Vogel UK we tend to recommend more natural alternatives.
Hi Mariyam I am afraid that this is something you would need to discuss with your doctor, they should be able to tell you the benefits of each one, taking your age, symptoms, general health and present circumstances into account. Best Wishes Eileen
You repeatedly tell the importance of magnesium in your videos but mam as magnesium is an important mineral element , doesn't it interferes with cardiac tissue or blood vessels , will it have a negative effect on health affecting hypertension? Please highlight about the safety profile of magnesium giving it's side effects
Hi The amounts of magnesium I suggest are usually within the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) which, in the UK, is 320mg for women over 50. You are right in that you have to be careful how much you take, so if more is needed, this should be done under the guidance of a practitioner or doctor. Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Padmanabhan I am really sorry but I cannot answer this question for you. This is something that your doctor can help with; they will have your wife's medical notes and should be able to determine what, if any, concerns there may be. Please do contact them and ask them to explain in more detail what this will entail for your wife. Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Hauwa It could be a sign of hormone levels starting to change, all you can really do is keep a note of these changes ever4y month, but if the discharge starts to smell or you get any discomfort then it may e a good idea to check with your doctor to rule out any infection that may be present. Best Wishes Eileen
Question .Is it normal to bleed longer after 1 month of not having my period? It begin s with pinkish color and then brown and eventually it became heavier if I do a lot of walking and movement and carry heavy object.sometimes my period last for 3 weeks or a month.Sometimes two weeks light period and two weeks heavy period it is my 2 and year of experiencing menopausal symptoms and I am 48 yes going 49.Tnx for your information about menopause it helps me a lot in managing my menopausal period.God bless!
Hi Lilibeth Although frequent/prolonged periods are quite common for some women as they approach the menopause they are not good for you and could cause anaemia. This in turn can trigger fatigue, low mood/anxiety, poor sleep and joint aches. It is important to get this checked out by your doctor; they may be able to give you something to stop the bleeding and also check that there are no other issues involved such as fibroids, polyps or a prolapse which may be contributing to the bleeding. Best Wishes Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk tnx a lot for your reply.I followed all your blogs and consider all your advice and precautions including the foods ,diet, and factors that can worsen menopausal symptoms.tnx again and God bless us more!
I have treated hormonal imbalance and did 3x D&C ,I had my hormonal treatment before my second son.I only have 2 kids due to my hormonal imbalance and it was corrected I have regular menstrual period 28 days cycle prior to my menopausal. One of my findings is that I had hyperplasia,and benign ovarian cyst that's my previous medical record.If my period takes two weeks and became heavier I take Tranexamic acid to stop my bleeding that is always my medication I take.
Hi Tracey Heavy periods can cause anaemia which in turn can trigger fatigue, so, hopefully, you will get this sorted when your results come back. Best Wishes Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk hi Eileen yes my bloods came back today my iron is low have been put on iron tablets for 3 month which is prob why I've been experiencing heavy bleeding. Thanks for your reply your advice as been so useful
Hi Bharathi If your HRT isn’t helping enough now it is best to see your doctor, they may be able to adjust the dose or change you onto a brand that is more effective for you. Also ask your doctor to do a thorough test on your thyroid as dramatic hair loss can often indicate low thyroid function.
Hi Shelli Yes, this can happen to some women and is usually just due to the way their hormones are changing. However, longer periods are not good for you and can cause low iron so it is a good idea to see your doctor. They can also check that other issues such as fibroids or a prolapse are not contributing to the bleeding.
Hi Adelia, I am afraid that we don't sell in the Philippines, sorry. However, you can ask for a fermented soya supplement and some magnesium at your local health store and that should help too :) Best Wishes Eileen
Hi there please can you tell me if shakey hands ,weakness and tiredness is part of the menapause .I'm 55 and on eastogel 4 pumps a day and progestone had 200mg had no periods for about 8 months after coming 9ff the mirena coil
Hi Aileen Yes, these are quite common symptoms but if you are still experiencing these and you are already on HRT then it is best to see your doctor. If the HRT isn't working well, they may be able to adjust the dose or offer a more effective alternative. Best Wishes Eileen
This is really common Annie and often due to low magnesium levels and/or dehydration! I've posted a vlog on this so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/leg-problems-during-menopause-and-how-to-ease-them/ Best Wishes Eileen
Hello Mam. I am in my peri menopausal this time. Itsvery awful and stressful. My anxiety level is high. I find your vlog very helpful . Thank you so much. I want to ask can I still drink my wheatgrass powder juice while on peri menopausal? Is this really cause my anxiety level to go up?
Hi Brenda Wheatgrass is full of goodness so there is no reason why you can't continue with it! Great to hear that you found the blog helpful. Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Maria Recommendations on exactly how much protein older adults need vary. The current recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram (g/kg) of body weight a day for adults over 18
Eileen, I have noticed I get bad diarrhoea when I feel like the symptoms are ramping up again, over the years I had a couple of accidents, not making it to the loo in time, hormonal shifts definitely affect your digestive system for sure, would you agree? A lot of ladies in a group I am in are having these issues but others are saying no, there is no connection, I say bollocks!
How brave yes I have recently find thar my stools are very soft and at times runny yuck! A bit smelly too as well as wind I really have noticed this change too x
Yes, the digestion can definitely be affected in and after the menopause. Our digestive tract can get more sensitive to certain foods and can also react more to stress or anxiety.
A.Vogel UK I have also noticed sluggish digestion - like I feel I have to go big, sometimes for the whole day, but can’t! Nothing comes. Other times the stool is too loose, though I am wondering if this may be due to the sea buckthorn I am drinking, if that could be causing loose stools?
Hi Chandai I have posted a video blog on sleep and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-sleep-better-during-menopause/ Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Jeanette I haven't heard of this as a specific menopause symptoms but stress, poor digestion or not eating well could all be triggers. It is a good idea to get this checked out by your doctor first just for a proper diagnosis. Once you know what the cause is it will be easier to treat. Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Jeanette I have not heard of these being a specific menopause symptom but the menopause can cause all sorts of skin issues. You may find the Milk Thistle Complex helpful but it is also a good idea to get this checked out by your doctor just in case it is not related to the menopause. www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/milk-thistle/ Best Wishes Eileen
I use evening primrose, sage & cod liver oil capsules Patricia. My friend used black cohosh tablets and took headaches so stopped them. That put me off trying them,but I suppose everybody's different....
Hi Patricia I tend not to recommend EPO but to take a fish oil supplement instead, you often get better benefits from this. Black Cohosh can be helpful if you are experiencing low oestrogen symptoms so worth trying.
Hi Patricia I have posted a video blog on nausea and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-relieve-menopause-nausea/ Best Wishes Eileen
My girlfriend told me that she guessed tha she wasn't quite yet ready for a full time boyfriend. The night before she went off on me (for drinking her water, and its never been an idsue before) out of nowhere Monts before this she told me she was starting to have hot flashes. She has fatigue. She does drink a lot of water, and is on a strict diet. Does this sound like menapause?
Hi Is she around 45-55 and have her periods changed at all? If so, then this does sound as if she may be approaching the perimenopause. Strict diets at this time can sometimes cause malnutrition which can then affect mood and behaviour too!
@@AvogelCoUk I did see what I thought was emotional detachment at one time but then she reach back out to me after about 2 months. And now it seems as if we are going through the same thing. She has actually pulled away a couple to three times but then reach back out to me does it still sound like menopause? As I said before she came to me and said she wanted to buy a house with me then all of a sudden a few days later I need to buy my own house! 🙄. When we last talked right there before Christmas I did let her know that I was aware that she was going through changes and that is all I said to her. She doesn't seem to want to be open about what she might be going through so I don't really try to cry about it as I know that this time for a woman or some women can be shameful or embarrassing. I just let her know that I knew she was going through changes and that is all I said to let her know that I am here and support her
I think you replied to me about this before but at one point she told me that I scared her or make her nervous when she thought about something I had told her that took place in my past this came out of the blue and out of nowhere why she thought about it I haven't the slightest idea but she told me when I was on the way to her place to yeah just go ahead and come to her house 10 minutes later she told me that she thought I ought to get a room does this sound like the fear or pending doom that can take place in menopause with the anxious thoughts?
So do you think when she is through this her emotions will level out and she will be herself? I do know that she will be a better person because of what she doesn't have to deal with anymore but I guess what I'm asking is because she keeps reaching out to me, you Believe she still will when she's through all this? I also know and understand that this is not anything that she is doing herself but it is just a part of life that all women have to go through That is why I'm here for her and very understanding unlike a lot of men out here would be
Hi Katie You could try the Dormeasan to aid sleep; this usually works quite quickly and can be taken for as long as needed. It is important to try and eat regularly if possible to keep your blood sugars stable and to give you the nutrition you need just now. If you find it hard to eat then you may find having a protein powder shake can be of benefit. Your local health shop should have plenty of choice. www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/valerian-hops-dormeasan/
Hi Chandai Many women find going on a low carb diet can be helpful in the menopause and making sure not to cut calories too much as this can actually cause weight gain! There are lots of good books on low carb diets on Amazon so please take a look. Best Wishes Eileen
Hi Diana I have posted a video blog on sleep and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-sleep-better-during-menopause/ Best Wishes Eileen
In my experience, doctors do not have a clue about menopause!
I ended up in the emergency dept a few times from bad panic attacks, thinking I was having a heart attack etc, had to have a barrage of tests, even radiation pumped into me, ALL NORMAL turns out it was peri-menopause!! I lived in hell for around ten years, the menopause made my life, and my families life, hell. Thank goodness I am post menopausal now but still get flushes and pelvic feelings where I feel like I will have a period, but nothing, I guess that will settle too.
Eileen, I have been following you for years, you have been so very helpful, you're a true Gem. xo
I have so much pain in my body
You are so right!!! Doctors don't have a clue!!
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No, they don't :(
Glad to be of help! 😊
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You are a Godsend! Thank you!!! God bless you
Thank you for your videos/talks! They really help and encourage and help to keep going through this difficult period in the life of a woman. Could not ask my question due to time difference but will send an email!
Hi Sveta , please do
When i wake up in the morning i feel anxiety, nervous and depress..i think i will.die but not..when this emotion go away?
Hi Ro-an
This is really common in the menopause and many women will experience it at some point. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. This symptom does tend come and go, often depending on how stressful your daily life is generally. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-calm-menopause-anxiety/
I have developed Asthma in the Menopause amongst other things; anxiety, hot flushes, blood pressure! It really is a nightmare and wouldn't have believed you can have is many different symptoms
Hi Emma,
Although lung issues are not particularly common this can happen in the menopause. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look th-cam.com/video/9BSexXVqU9g/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for all your hard work it has been very careful to me my issue now is after I have a bowel movement I am very weak and nerves are very aggravated thanks for all your information
Hi Kimberly
This can happen and may be due to an adrenaline rush as your bowels empty. You could try a calming herb such as valerian or Ashwagandha for a few weeks to see if this helps. Dehydration may make it worse too, so remember to drink plenty of plain water every day!
Best Wishes
Eileen
Premarin helped my skin and vaginal dryness other symptoms put to some extent.
Thank you, ma'am.
You're welcome Sofia!
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi Eileen, thank you so much for support on menopause. Really very useful. I have a concern I was hystrectomised in 2014 and I have experienced sudden changes after the surgery. Of all.... my hy hair is going bald slowly. My memory is going down drastically. I am on Premarin for the last 4 years. Please help....
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I feel like an old lady trying to get out of bed in the morning. Hips, legs & back all aching.
Just feel so fed up, live alone and find everything just getting on top of me.
So much worse when you're living alone - you feel as if you're going mad!
Hi Alison
Joint aches and pains are very common in the menopause. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/joint-aches-and-pains/
I don‘t know if this will help, but there is a product called (in USA) Forever Active HA softgels. I get them here in Germany. Eileen has talked about Hyalouronic Acid, which is helpful to the joints. That’s what this supplement mainly is. Also, I noticed a few years ago that it quite improved my skin (less pimples). This particular product also has ginger oil and turmeric. I am taking it, as I think it generally helps in various ways.
@@karenbaumgartel6077 Thank-you Karen, I will have a look about it.x
@@alisonrobinson6315I forgot to say they are not cheap, like about 28,- Euros and it takes a little time for you to notice results, but I believe it to be a high quality product that our bodies can absorbe. I don't suffer much from joint pain, but my mother in law notices a difference, and as I mentioned, they helped my bad skin a lot; and now with the menopause, I have decided to keep taking them as I think they may be helping generally with moisture in the body (eyes, mouth, skin) but this is something Eileen may know more about.
Have since I started this journey anxiety and panic... horrible. I started adding extra magnesium and used a natural calming remedy and anxiety sublingual pills a homeopathic remedy. Has helped greatly. So appreciate your tips and advice. Here in the states things are starting to catch up, but have to say you have given need answers and I appreciate it.
Hi Corrinn
Glad to be of help and it’s good to hear that you have found something to help the anxiety.
You're not alone!!
I have been listening to your advice Eileen and have to say it really does make a lot of sense. I have prompted my daughter to view the video who is going through the menopause, having the symptoms of reflux, bloating and hot flushes. Please can I ask, do men in their fifties go through a similar process?
Hi I am feeling very anxious all the time. Also my hair got very dry. Please help, thank you Maria
Hi Maria
I have posted some video blogs on anxiety and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. Dry hair can be caused by several factors such as dehydration and/or not enough healthy fats in your diet. Make sure that you are drinking lots of plain water every day and that you are having some healthy fats at each meal.
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/anxiety-and-the-emotional-turmoil-of-the-menopause/
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-calm-menopause-anxiety/
How can I help my friend during her menopause? I've never been through this. It skipped me and my mom, but my sisters went thru it, but I have not a clue about this.
How is best to deal with fatigue?
Hi Christina
I have posted a video blog on fatigue and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-beat-menopause-fatigue/
You are so so helpful, I thank you alot
You're welcome Marline!
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi, I have every symptom of the menopause... My IBS is a nightmare . Losing a lot of hair ! Severe fatigue .
Hi Linda
Losing hair and severe fatigue can often indicate other health issues such as low iron, low thyroid function or low vitamin D so it is important to ask your doctor to test for these just to rule them out.
Digestion can often be affected in the menopause causing symptoms such as IBS. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/is-menopause-causing-your-digestive-problems/
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Eileen, I wanted to mention that I think your suggestion of sea buckthorn (called Sanddorn in German) is really helping my bladder infection symptoms and vaginal pain. I‘ve been drinking it mornings and sometimes evenings as a very thick juice (diluted with lots of water). It tastes like sh** (unsweetened as I am taking your advice and trying to cut down on sugars) but I don’t care! It’s not perfect, and sometimes I still get quite severe pain while peeing, but generally I feel it is improved. Also still getting up to pee at night - at least 3 or 4 times and sometimes more. But I also must admit that I do drink at night, as I sometimes don’t manage to drink as much as I’d like during the daytime.
HI Karen, it is good to know that you are reaping some benefits and if you make the other changes in water intake during the day and night, just to see how this helps. However, any severe pain should be investigated further by the GP.
What herb can you use for estrogen instead of estrogen pills
Hi Suzette
You could try our Menopause Support; this contains a fermented form of soya which can provide plant-based oestrogens. These are known to be very gentle so won’t be a direct substitute for HRT.
Do have a question for you, what do you think about bhrt pelleted hormones? I started menopause in 2011, and am post menopausal now. I have osteoarthritis and my integrative doctor suggested it for me.
Hi Corrinn
Our main concern with BHRT is that because it is a relatively new drug there have not been any long-term studies done on this so no-one knows if it would be safe to take ongoing.
recently been getting a sensitive feeling in my tongue with occasional stinging, trying to eat more soft bland foods with plain water, reducing spices as well as lowering fried food and fizzy drinks in my diet.
I've had this too, it seems to be quite rare, I found most fruits and green tea makes mine worse, it also seems to be worse with hot flushes and then gets better when they've gone so I'm guessing it's to do with hormones, but there's not a lot of info about it.
Well done for changing your foods and drinks as this can often help. Mouth problems are quite common in the menopause so I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. th-cam.com/video/CnB9IHEI4YE/w-d-xo.html
Hi Loubie, you are right, this is a problem which isn't talked about much, but there are several mouth problems which can occur at this time from dental problems to burning tongue and even jaw pain. I go into it in more detail in my mouth problems video th-cam.com/video/CnB9IHEI4YE/w-d-xo.html
Hello im Sue . I’m 62 years old and post menopause for 6 years, I’m still having anxiety and night sweats, I’ve been to the Drs with no answers. Will this ever end ?
Hi Sue
Sorry to hear that you're still struggling. Some women do get symptoms for a long time but other health issues such as anaemia, vitamin D or B12 deficiency, thyroid imbalance, diabetes and heart disease can all cause symptoms that are identical to menopause ones so it is a good idea to ask your doctor for a full health check just to rule these ones out.
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi Eileen, does everyday dizziness part of perimenopause? I stopped working because of this. I always feel fearful, is it also part of it? And my joints pains is a killler... what to do with it? Thank you.
I have posted video blogs on all of these symptoms and how you can help yourself so please do take a look
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/eileen-answers-your-questions-on-headaches-and-dizziness/
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/joint-aches-and-pains/
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/crying-fear-and-worry-whats-causing-these-emotions/
How are you feeling? I see this post is a year old
Hi Eileen. I have been given oestrogen patches and utrogestan vaginal 200mg capsules for combined hrt. I'm told the capsules are usually given for fertility. What are your thoughts on this please, I'm so confused.
Hello Lindsay, There are so many different types of HRT on the market now, sometimes it is dependent upon your specific symptoms. As HRT is a prescribed medication it is best to clarify this with your GP and ask for more information. At A Vogel UK we tend to recommend more natural alternatives.
I m having heavy bleeding during periods. Doctor suggested balloon therapy or Mirena. Which one is good?
Hi Mariyam
I am afraid that this is something you would need to discuss with your doctor, they should be able to tell you the benefits of each one, taking your age, symptoms, general health and present circumstances into account.
Best Wishes
Eileen
You repeatedly tell the importance of magnesium in your videos but mam as magnesium is an important mineral element , doesn't it interferes with cardiac tissue or blood vessels , will it have a negative effect on health affecting hypertension? Please highlight about the safety profile of magnesium giving it's side effects
Hi
The amounts of magnesium I suggest are usually within the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) which, in the UK, is 320mg for women over 50. You are right in that you have to be careful how much you take, so if more is needed, this should be done under the guidance of a practitioner or doctor.
Best Wishes
Eileen
hi doctor my wife is having thickened endometrial cavity of 7mm , post menopause bleeding after 4 yrs.she is 49 yrs. Is it cause for concern
Hi Padmanabhan
I am really sorry but I cannot answer this question for you. This is something that your doctor can help with; they will have your wife's medical notes and should be able to determine what, if any, concerns there may be. Please do contact them and ask them to explain in more detail what this will entail for your wife.
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi,good work,I'm 51yrs with 28days period,but this month experience a brownish discharge, is it a sign of menopause?
Hi Hauwa
It could be a sign of hormone levels starting to change, all you can really do is keep a note of these changes ever4y month, but if the discharge starts to smell or you get any discomfort then it may e a good idea to check with your doctor to rule out any infection that may be present.
Best Wishes
Eileen
Question .Is it normal to bleed longer after 1 month of not having my period? It begin s with pinkish color and then brown and eventually it became heavier if I do a lot of walking and movement and carry heavy object.sometimes my period last for 3 weeks or a month.Sometimes two weeks light period and two weeks heavy period it is my 2 and year of experiencing menopausal symptoms and I am 48 yes going 49.Tnx for your information about menopause it helps me a lot in managing my menopausal period.God bless!
Hi Lilibeth
Although frequent/prolonged periods are quite common for some women as they approach the menopause they are not good for you and could cause anaemia. This in turn can trigger fatigue, low mood/anxiety, poor sleep and joint aches. It is important to get this checked out by your doctor; they may be able to give you something to stop the bleeding and also check that there are no other issues involved such as fibroids, polyps or a prolapse which may be contributing to the bleeding.
Best Wishes
Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk tnx a lot for your reply.I followed all your blogs and consider all your advice and precautions including the foods ,diet, and factors that can worsen menopausal symptoms.tnx again and God bless us more!
I have treated hormonal imbalance and did 3x D&C ,I had my hormonal treatment before my second son.I only have 2 kids due to my hormonal imbalance and it was corrected I have regular menstrual period 28 days cycle prior to my menopausal. One of my findings is that I had hyperplasia,and benign ovarian cyst that's my previous medical record.If my period takes two weeks and became heavier I take Tranexamic acid to stop my bleeding that is always my medication I take.
Am waiting on blood results coming back from the doctors caus am so tired all the time been having really heavy flow it's so depressing
Hi Tracey
Heavy periods can cause anaemia which in turn can trigger fatigue, so, hopefully, you will get this sorted when your results come back.
Best Wishes
Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk hi Eileen yes my bloods came back today my iron is low have been put on iron tablets for 3 month which is prob why I've been experiencing heavy bleeding. Thanks for your reply your advice as been so useful
Hi Tracey
Glad to hear that you have got it sorted!
Eileen I am not able to perform in my job as was before specially with my memory and concentration problem. I am also diabetic.
Hi Bharathi
If your HRT isn’t helping enough now it is best to see your doctor, they may be able to adjust the dose or change you onto a brand that is more effective for you. Also ask your doctor to do a thorough test on your thyroid as dramatic hair loss can often indicate low thyroid function.
Is it possible to have longer periods in perimenopause?
Shelli Renee yes , some of the worst periods of my whole life were in perimenopause. Very heavy bleeding , and cramps like I never had
Hi Shelli
Yes, this can happen to some women and is usually just due to the way their hormones are changing. However, longer periods are not good for you and can cause low iron so it is a good idea to see your doctor. They can also check that other issues such as fibroids or a prolapse are not contributing to the bleeding.
Where can I buy Menopause Support, I'm from the Philippines.
Hi Adelia,
I am afraid that we don't sell in the Philippines, sorry. However, you can ask for a fermented soya supplement and some magnesium at your local health store and that should help too :)
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi there please can you tell me if shakey hands ,weakness and tiredness is part of the menapause .I'm 55 and on eastogel 4 pumps a day and progestone had 200mg had no periods for about 8 months after coming 9ff the mirena coil
Hi Aileen
Yes, these are quite common symptoms but if you are still experiencing these and you are already on HRT then it is best to see your doctor. If the HRT isn't working well, they may be able to adjust the dose or offer a more effective alternative.
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi what about restless legs is this common in menopause, because I’ve never had this problem before
This is really common Annie and often due to low magnesium levels and/or dehydration! I've posted a vlog on this so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/leg-problems-during-menopause-and-how-to-ease-them/
Best Wishes
Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk thank you! I have all these symptoms…
Hello Mam. I am in my peri menopausal this time. Itsvery awful and stressful. My anxiety level is high. I find your vlog very helpful . Thank you so much. I want to ask can I still drink my wheatgrass powder juice while on peri menopausal? Is this really cause my anxiety level to go up?
Hi Brenda
Wheatgrass is full of goodness so there is no reason why you can't continue with it!
Great to hear that you found the blog helpful.
Best Wishes
Eileen
How much grams of protein per kilo should I consume at 62 years old?I have healthy weight!
Hi Maria
Recommendations on exactly how much protein older adults need vary. The current recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram (g/kg) of body weight a day for adults over 18
Thank you Eileen.
Eileen, I have noticed I get bad diarrhoea when I feel like the symptoms are ramping up again, over the years I had a couple of accidents, not making it to the loo in time, hormonal shifts definitely affect your digestive system for sure, would you agree? A lot of ladies in a group I am in are having these issues but others are saying no, there is no connection, I say bollocks!
How brave yes I have recently find thar my stools are very soft and at times runny yuck! A bit smelly too as well as wind I really have noticed this change too x
Yes, the digestion can definitely be affected in and after the menopause. Our digestive tract can get more sensitive to certain foods and can also react more to stress or anxiety.
A.Vogel UK I have also noticed sluggish digestion - like I feel I have to go big, sometimes for the whole day, but can’t! Nothing comes. Other times the stool is too loose, though I am wondering if this may be due to the sea buckthorn I am drinking, if that could be causing loose stools?
Hi I see real trouble to sleep for weeks plus other symtoms I'm 55
Hi Chandai
I have posted a video blog on sleep and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-sleep-better-during-menopause/
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi Eileen l av Lot of sores on my head they itch like mad there like blood blisters and my scalp is very dry. Is it to do with the menopause thanks. X
Hi Jeanette
I haven't heard of this as a specific menopause symptoms but stress, poor digestion or not eating well could all be triggers. It is a good idea to get this checked out by your doctor first just for a proper diagnosis. Once you know what the cause is it will be easier to treat.
Best Wishes
Eileen
Hi Jeanette
I have not heard of these being a specific menopause symptom but the menopause can cause all sorts of skin issues. You may find the Milk Thistle Complex helpful but it is also a good idea to get this checked out by your doctor just in case it is not related to the menopause. www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/milk-thistle/
Best Wishes
Eileen
Am going through premenopause and I would like to know is ok to used evening primrose capsules or black cohosh
I use evening primrose, sage & cod liver oil capsules Patricia. My friend used black cohosh tablets and took headaches so stopped them. That put me off trying them,but I suppose everybody's different....
Hi Patricia
I tend not to recommend EPO but to take a fish oil supplement instead, you often get better benefits from this. Black Cohosh can be helpful if you are experiencing low oestrogen symptoms so worth trying.
I have menopause nausea could it be due to provesgegn and estrogen please help
Hi Patricia
I have posted a video blog on nausea and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-relieve-menopause-nausea/
Best Wishes
Eileen
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My girlfriend told me that she guessed tha she wasn't quite yet ready for a full time boyfriend. The night before she went off on me (for drinking her water, and its never been an idsue before) out of nowhere Monts before this she told me she was starting to have hot flashes. She has fatigue. She does drink a lot of water, and is on a strict diet. Does this sound like menapause?
Hi
Is she around 45-55 and have her periods changed at all? If so, then this does sound as if she may be approaching the perimenopause. Strict diets at this time can sometimes cause malnutrition which can then affect mood and behaviour too!
@@AvogelCoUk I did see what I thought was emotional detachment at one time but then she reach back out to me after about 2 months. And now it seems as if we are going through the same thing. She has actually pulled away a couple to three times but then reach back out to me does it still sound like menopause? As I said before she came to me and said she wanted to buy a house with me then all of a sudden a few days later I need to buy my own house! 🙄. When we last talked right there before Christmas I did let her know that I was aware that she was going through changes and that is all I said to her. She doesn't seem to want to be open about what she might be going through so I don't really try to cry about it as I know that this time for a woman or some women can be shameful or embarrassing. I just let her know that I knew she was going through changes and that is all I said to let her know that I am here and support her
I think you replied to me about this before but at one point she told me that I scared her or make her nervous when she thought about something I had told her that took place in my past this came out of the blue and out of nowhere why she thought about it I haven't the slightest idea but she told me when I was on the way to her place to yeah just go ahead and come to her house 10 minutes later she told me that she thought I ought to get a room does this sound like the fear or pending doom that can take place in menopause with the anxious thoughts?
So do you think when she is through this her emotions will level out and she will be herself? I do know that she will be a better person because of what she doesn't have to deal with anymore but I guess what I'm asking is because she keeps reaching out to me, you Believe she still will when she's through all this? I also know and understand that this is not anything that she is doing herself but it is just a part of life that all women have to go through That is why I'm here for her and very understanding unlike a lot of men out here would be
*I don't try to *pry* about it as I know this time for a woman or some women can be shameful or embarrassing*
I am not eat are sleep well please help me thanks
Hi Katie
You could try the Dormeasan to aid sleep; this usually works quite quickly and can be taken for as long as needed. It is important to try and eat regularly if possible to keep your blood sugars stable and to give you the nutrition you need just now. If you find it hard to eat then you may find having a protein powder shake can be of benefit. Your local health shop should have plenty of choice.
www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/valerian-hops-dormeasan/
Is dizziness one of the symptoms
Absolutely, in peri menopause I had bad dizziness, feeling like the floor was floating....
Yes for sure
Yes, for me, definitely.
Hi ladies, what did you do to lessen it? Will Vit. B12 help?
I do experience dizziness in peri and postmenopause..
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Hi do you lose weight in p menpouse
Hi Chandai
Many women find going on a low carb diet can be helpful in the menopause and making sure not to cut calories too much as this can actually cause weight gain! There are lots of good books on low carb diets on Amazon so please take a look.
Best Wishes
Eileen
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Hey I’m not sleeping at night
Hi Diana
I have posted a video blog on sleep and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look.
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/how-to-sleep-better-during-menopause/
Best Wishes
Eileen