10 things you need to know about postmenopause
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- Wondering what postmenopause will be like or currently postmenopausal? This week I take a look at postmenopause, including 10 things I think every woman should know about the final stage of menopause.
0:00 10 things you need to know about postmenopause
1:10 1. What is postmenopause?
1:43 2. How long does postmenopause last?
2:27 3. Symptoms don't suddenly disappear
3:02 4. Other health conditions could be causing menopause-like symptoms
4:03 5. Not all symptoms go away
5:12 6. How you feel postmenopause depends on how well you take care of yourself during menopause
7:17 7. Postmenopausal women have a higher risk of developing osteoporosis and arthritis
8:34 8. There is a heightened risk of developing high blood pressure in postmenopause
9:26 9. It’s important to keep up the basics!
10:41 10. Don't forget your regular health checks
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I cannot express enough how much these vlogs means to me personally....the weath of information are top notch....doctors don't tell you these things ...i had no idea what was going on until i found this channel....the depths and wealth of knowledge on here is powerful...Eileen ...i am forever grateful to you for these vlogs 🌷
Wow, thank you Island Girl! Much appreciated!
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Eileen
5 years post menopause and a 24/7 carer to my mum with Alzheimer's. I'm exhausted and so depressed. I feel I won't have any life at all.
On a different note I absolutely adore your scarf. I think you've got more scarves than I've had hot flushes☺
Shes a sassy lady very elegant 😊
Thank you J M, I always buy a scarf on my travels (this one was from India) but I love second hand shops too as I can buy then hand back when I no longer want it! :)
I do hope things improve, it certainly can't be easy for you.
Wishing you well
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Eileen
Thank you Julie!
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Eileen
I just got prescribed Prozac. I'm 53. No period for 14 months now. It's the start of Prozac for me, no side effects yet. Sure hope it helps! My doc wanted to prescribe benzos for me, like Xanax. Don't want to start taking that stuff. I hear the withdrawals are horrid! Menopause is horrible. Anxiety, nausea, mood swings, insomnia. I feel for all you ladies going thru this.
Anyone else have times where they just feel nervous ? Not anxious but nervous ?
Anyone else ever feel prickly skin ?
I’ve had every test run so I know it’s not underlying problem
But skin feels prickly
And does anyone else get cold sometimes
Even when in the sunshine
Menopause is so weird
Here's my top 10 list of things I want my SISTERS to know....
1. You may feel very depressed.
2. You want want to die and feel you can't go on any longer endure another day.
3. Your boobs may be even more sore and swollen than they were in your pregnancy (if you had one)
4. Your marriage may end in divorce
5. You may want to disconnect from your children.
6. You may gain 40 lbs like I did...ugh.....
7. You may cry for days at a time.
8. You may feel as though you are going insane and losing your cotton pickin mind.
9. Your anxiety and panic attacks are so uncomfortable, especially in the morning when you wake up to realize you must face another day.
10. You may feel like something is just so wrong with your digestion and bowels. Everything just feels OFF in the mid section.
Bonus....11. You may sleep for 2 years straight and feel more tired than ever.
Oh I forgot to mention 12.....no sex drive at all. Good thing I am single, or someone would be very disappointed, lol.
I LOVE you all and I relate to the sheer madness you are going through. I will never understand WHY we have to go through this. Just when we thing WE MADE it and it's our GOLDEN years with no young children, we get hit with perimenopause. I am not post. Still peri......but many of my peri sisters are hear looking for comfort. To be honest, before perimenopause I used to think i would breeze through my change of life. I thought women were exaggerating (SO SORRY). I never ever ever thought it could be what it's been. I'm about to turn 50 and it's been far too many years of suffering now. 3 days ago, I cried out to God and asked him to take me home. I wanted to die. Today, 3 days later.....I got my period. Yes, sometimes my PMS can actually kill me if I listen to it. I have a 21 year old daughter, so I just white knuckle it and hold on tight and wait for it to end.
Yesterday was mother's day and I had to HIDE it, while my beautiful daughter came to visit with flowers and a love package. Unfortunately one day my wonderful daughter will know what I went through. I'm sorry daughter. If I'm still alive, I will comfort her when her time comes. What else can we do sisters?
This brings tears to my eyes god bless you 🙏🏽 I only exactly what you mean and I'm 49 turning 50 at the end of the end I have not had a break from my symptoms since starting at 45 years old and I felt it real hard. Thank you for honesty. My daughter is 13 and hod willing I will one day too comfort her my mother passed just as I started my journey.
Sounds so right sherri
We are doomed 😂
Thank you I feel.the same way
@@hydrangea8696 God bless you sister. I'm so sorry for your suffering. It was around 45 for me also. May you find comfort here, as I have just knowing we aren't alone.It's truly a life lesson that control is an illusion. 3 days ago, I was crying uncontrollably telling God to take me home. Today, I got my period and I feel happy and was singing and cleaning because I felt so much relief from my many symptoms.
I still get mood swings post menopause ♥️
Such important health information interspersed with positivity! Your videos are fantastic because they break menopause into “phases” (eg peri, post). So many doctors just use the broad term “menopause” for women who could be at different points in this life transition….experiencing different symptoms and struggles.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments Lori. Great to hear that you find the vlogs helpful!
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Eileen
Great video as always , thank you !
You're welcome, as always! :)
Eileen I’d be lost without your advice.Ive just started getting hot flushes and other bits and bobs and your videos are really helping me to help myself along this rocky road.Thank you so much x
You're so welcome; glad to be of help!
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Eileen
Thank you very much, Miss Eileen. Very helpful health tips during postmenopause.
you're welcome Rufina
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Eileen
Thank you Ms. Eileen. You are a God sent. This is a very trying and hard season in a woman's life. Getting older is not as easy as one may think. Thank you for patiently doing these videos. God bless 😇
You are so welcome Cassandra!
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Eileen
Thank you so much for the video, so helpful and as you say knowledge is power, thank goodness we now actively discuss all aspects of the stages of menopause. Xx
You are welcome Helen!
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Eileen
Love your videos series❤
Thank you!
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Eileen
Gratitude to you Eileen way before Divina McCall you were there for me 5 years strong with information on this so important topic. I grasped every piece of information as I really was frightened for my life. Thank so much. My questions are.
1. Is low mood/ depression more prevalent in post menopause
2. Does endometriosis and adenomyosis get worse
3. Headaches and mirgraines
Several health complaints seem to come up.
Hi EB
You're welcome and thank you for following us all this time!
To answer you questions:
1. this really depends on the individual, unfortunately, we do know that post-menopause the nervous system can become less robust and more easily affected by stress and low mood (I'm a good example as I find I'm more prone to anxiety appearing out of nowhere if I am run down or tired!)
2. In most instances these should improve as oestrogen drops but, obviously, this may take several years
3. Headaches and migraine are common and often due to low magnesium and/or dehydration. Acupuncture can be effective for these so worth checking out.
Hope this helps!
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Eileen
Great video 🤗💛🤗
Thank you Sarah!
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Eileen
Sorry i have come on Post-menopause for 1month now. I feel worse in a different way. I have weaknesses on my legs pain fatuigness. Tired all the same. My bone density feels weak. My joints feel weak. When i was so strong woman . Now i am useless. I cant do or stand too long. I am not so stressful. But my body took a turn around. How can i exercise if i walk then i get so much pain on my hip bones. I drink so much water all my life. I wish i knew about all this. My mom suffered so much from it. My shoulders hurt me. My eyes are weaker more than ever. We need alot of money. Everything u saying is so true. But theres nothing is working. Thank u for your info. Gosh i dont wana hear more. Just sleep forever. I cant handle theses symptoms they are so bad. Now i understand why mom got hooked on to sleeping pills. She threw herself on the floor with all the pain. Only God can help me. 😢 this is sad for someone who was so energetic a business woman. Most my life. Now i wana enjoy my life i cant. Feel sorry for all women having theses symptoms. God bless u all. Amen
Thanks Eileen for this information. I am grappling with itchy, bumpy skin, prone to all kinds of allergy. Anybody here facing similar challenge. Iam 53 years 4 years into the memopause
This is quite common. You can try our nettle tincture - www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/urtica-stinging-nettle/ Nettles have natural anti-histamine properties. You can learn more about skin issues in menopause here: www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/6-surprising-skin-problems-during-menopause/
Thank you so Much 😊 The information you provide is life changing. I wish doctors would sit down and explain all of this to menopausal women.
You're welcome Araceli, glad to be of help!
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Eileen
I take magnesium as well
Good to hear Patricia.
Thankyou so much for this information
Much more helpful than the doctors.
can't even get to speak to a doctor these days.
I'm post menopausal and recently diagnosed with Atheroma.
Just started to take statins.
could you give any advice on statins.
Hi Jean
You're welcome, glad to be of help.
Unfortunately, we can't give advice on prescribed medications, sorry. However, if you're also looking for natural remedies for this, the herb Artichoke is known to help with controlling cholesterol. Here's a couple of articles on our website
www.avogel.co.uk/food/can-artichokes-support-healthy-cholesterol-levels/
www.avogel.co.uk/health/digestive-system/managing-high-cholesterol-is-diet-really-the-key/
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Eileen
Im 46 year's old and post menopausal naturally, Ive been without a period for 2 years and was peri menopause in my 30s, it has been a ride. I still have hot flashes, anxiety and depression and weight gain, muscle aches and pains, there are days I can't hardly walk the pain is so bad.
Sorry to hear that you're still struggling Sarah, has your doctor offered anything to help you?
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Eileen
@AvogelCoUk for some reason they don't want to prescribe me any HRT, but they are helping other ways, I have started taking Collagen, calcium/Magnesium/Zinc and does help with my pain symptoms. And I take Black Cohash for my hot flashes
Good to hear that you are getting some support Sarah. You may also find a fish oil supplement helpful as this is known to ease joint pain as well
My menstriation comes back every 2 years just like my normal menstruation
I feel worry
But this video helps me and make lessens my stress
Thou i worry so much then
Hope Dr Eillen can answer me
Hi Susan
Unfortunatley, this can happed with some women and it may take several years of this scenario before periods stop for good. However, if you are worried then please do speak with your doctor and, hopefully, they can reassure you.
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Eileen
I buy bottles of water keep them in the fridge
Can you also please spk about those who have had hysterectomy...I'm 55
Hi Asha
I have posted a vlog on this so please do take a look
facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopause/videos/1535123166602374
I’m 54 and my daughter is 14.when she started her periods.I felt like I was cycling with her . Taking on water, moody weepy making mountains out of molehills etc but no periods thank god.my periods stopped about 2 years ago but feel like everything else ramped up again. Can this happen or am I just imagining it
Hi Alison
I've heard of a number of women that this has happened to with their daughters even after periods have stopped but it is a bit of a mystery as to why!
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Eileen
This is not unusual, when women live in a group-setting, their menstrual cycles will synchronise so that they all become fertile at the same time. Humans are mammals after all & this is normal for the species. The older (menopausal) women may experience the symptoms you describe, even though they’re no longer physically fertile.
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Always very informative I look forward to your videos every time🙏🏻thank you♥️
Question: 710 days now with out period. I can’t wait to start my life freedom from Aldis forward forward to it
what can I do middle of the night waking up with a heart palpitations ? -pounding in my ear & head-lasts a 1-2 mints.
I’m hypoglycemia. Born with it - eat health, exercised, didn’t smoke drink only occasionally.
However, i’ve had two C-sections and two surgeries. Can that be the reason I’m going through much more difficult transition.
At this point, it feels an eternal torture never ending Night/Day sweats, not sleeping at nights (up at 3am) Feeling fatigue -
It’s like swimming in the middle of the ocean alone lost -hoping to see land.
Hi Marina
Great to hear that you look forward to the videos, thank you!
It's difficult to say whether the operation have had any effect on your menopause, I've not seen any research on this, sorry.
Night sweats are so disruptive for sleep so getting these sorted can usually make a big difference. If you are sleeping well, you're less likely to feel fatigued and mood will be better too. Have you tried the herb sage? This is known to help with both flushes and sweats and usually works quickly. You could also add in some Valerian or a magnesium supplement to help with the sleep itself.
Hopefully, your symptoms will start to ease soon and you can, indeed, start this new phase of your life!
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Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk thank you
I will try your recommendation
Do you have the stage and the valerian products?
( sorry for the Apple auto correct -changes my words as I send it )
Hi Marina
If you live in the UK or Ireland you can get both from health shops and some major pharmacies, in the UK you can also get from Amazon or our own website www.avogel.co.uk
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Eileen
Can you still take hrt four years post menopause evorol Conti patches l take Chinese heat patches for your joints take vitamin d drink loads of water ❤️
Hi Patricia
You would need to ask your doctor as to how long you can take HRT as this may depend on the brand, your age and any health issues you have.
Good to hear that you're drinking lots of water!
Best Wishes
Eileen
Please address estrogen bioidentical replacement. Menopause Barbie says that estrogen and progesterone are vital to protect against bone health, heart issues and alzeimers. I don't want to take hormones but I am so confused.
I take nothing and I'm so confused as well. Too confused to take anything because you should be very educated on what goes in your body. I'm almost 50 and going through this naturally and it's almost killed me more than a few times....I've been suicidal from the sharp dip in hormones I guess. I will cry and want to die for 3 days and then I slowly come out of it.....until it hits again and I never know when.
Check out liz earle wellbeing you tube videos .
@@bredaducie8432 I will! Thank you!
I also was sooo confused about HRTand scared, I opted for acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, best decision ever.
@@curlywurly661 Thank you for sharing that. Can you please tell us what chinese herbal medicine you take? How long before you noticed a difference? How would I go about seeing someone in my city?
Weight loss would be a good topic? I’m calorie counting but no weight is coming off…I’m in a FB group of post menopause ladies following Nutracheck calorie counting and all stagnating…despite sticking to the calories…any tips ?
I’ve been on the gaps diet for one year, I’ve lost 20 pounds and weigh what I did in my 20s (i’m 54). All the belly fat has gone. I didn’t start it to lose weight either, but to heal my gut. The improvements in my health has been all across the board and the weight loss was an unexpected bonus.
Hi Jacqueline
I have posted a couple of blogs on weight control and how you can help yourself so please do take a look.
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/weight-gain-and-why-its-difficult-to-lose-weight-during-menopause/
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/menopause-belly-fat-and-how-to-lose-it/
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Eileen
Great to hear that you've found something that works for you!
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Eileen
Do you still get system s in post menopause please thank s ♥️
Sorry, not sure what 'system s' is Patricia?
Madame I’m 2 years 5 months with out periods but I’m still getting panic attacks hot flashes etc
What you are saying is my worst nightmare, but I so appreciate you saying it. I need to know this because I have this illusion that once my periods stop my nightmare will be over and I won't be suicidal anymore. I'm so sorry for your pain and suffering after you've been through perimenopause. May I ask.....what is your personal life like? Are you in a hard marriage? Difficult children? Stressful job? Is it just hormones?
Madame please reply
i have found Aconite 200 homeopathy works great for panic attacks, I keep this handy and take it at first sign of anxiety /panic attack and it stops it from escalating.
Hi Savita
Unfortunately, for some women, symptoms can continue for a number of years after periods have stopped. If you feel that symptoms are getting worse then it is best to see your doctor. Other health issues such as low iron, poor thyroid function, low vitamin D or B12 can all cause similar symptoms. Your doctor can test for these just to rule them out.
Best Wishes
Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk thank you so much god bless you
Is anyone having sinus or stomach problems. I've had every test.
I am post menopause still on hrt still get the sore muscle s anxiety
Yes
Me too anxiety is terrible 😔
Hi Patricia
Have you spoken to your doctor about still getting symptoms whilst you are on HRT? Over time, HRT can become less effective due to hormonal shifts occurring and your doctor may be able to adjust your dose or offer you a better or more effective one.
In the meantime you may find a magnesium supplement, approx 200mg twice a day, helpful for the muscle ache. I ahve also posted a vlog on anxiety and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look.
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/anxiety-and-the-emotional-turmoil-of-the-menopause/
Best Wishes
Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk thank you eillen for your help ♥️
My postmenopause hands joints are in flame every morning, hardly can fold them. I have to soak in warm to hot water to release and relax them so I can go on with my day.
I did bunch of tests but nothing wrong with it. I guess all I can do to live with it for life. Sadly :(
Hi Katie
You could try the herb Devil's Claw as this is known as a natural anti-inflammatory and add in a fish oil supplement. Dehydration can often be a factor with this especially as you can get really dehydrated during the night; this can cause joint pain. so have a small shot glass of warm water just before bed
Best Wishes
Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk How much I should take Devil's Claw and Omega 3? When is the best time to take them? Thank you.
does menopause causes nausea. uterus pain
Massively I'm under Chelsea and Westminster for my urology endometriosis adenomyosis really severe pain 😢
Yes, Saleha, these are both quite common symptoms but it is really important to get any pain checked by your doctor first.
Best Wishes
Eileen
My doctor wants to take me off hrt patches take ing them about to years are helping me also want to take me off my neausa tablets as well
Did your doctor say why they wanted you to come off them?
@@AvogelCoUk l said l had neausa and she said neausa wasent a system of menopause
@@patriciapyper4617 that's interesting, we get many women with nausea in the menopause!
Can you bleed after 4 years i did a while back but was check out also Anixety does it ever go away or gets better also i have bladder problem and that was check out too nothing wrong but when I'm up and down it dribbling out and when I'm in bed I'm relaxing it comes out normal is this all meno Anixety
I’m like you I’ve always had bladder urgency and wanting to run to the loo a lot I’m 62
@@carolynarnott5002 mine is slightly different i drink a lot water and i find in the day less comes out and when relax more at night Anixety might be causing it don't know
@@puffymuffin9064 I get a lot of anxiety I stress a lot have lots of different pain symptoms as well I wake up a lot at night need to go to wee
@@puffymuffin9064 they normally call it stress incontinence when you leak what you described
Hi Puffy Muffin
Yes, although not very common, some women do bleed for various reasons but good to hear that you got it checked out as this is really important.
Anxiety can ease for some women, mine did, but I had to do a lot of hard work (rest, supplements, exercise etc), luckily it only appears now if I am either really tired or run down!
Maybe check out Pilates as this can often be helpful for a weak bladder. An experienced practitioner can teach you specific exercises to to daily to keep this in check.
Best Wishes
Eileen
Dizziness 😢
Hi
I've posted a vlog on dizziness and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look.
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/can-menopause-cause-dizziness-light-headedness/
Best Wishes
Eileen
I’m 5 years post and feel worst for wear all those headaches and now high BP😢
Sorry to hear that you're still struggling. Have you had the headaches checked by your doctor recently?
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Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk they say it high blood pressure and put me on tablets for it but I get tension headaches after 12 hour shifts now
@@missmoldavitequarts4158 magnesium is often really helpful for tension headaches, approx 150mg twice a day. If you're working long hours and not drinking enough, dehydration can also be a big factor!
@@AvogelCoUk I get terrible palpitations with Magnesium like my heart is going to burst out 😪
@@missmoldavitequarts4158 that's a shame. You could try calming herbs such as Passiflora or Ashwagandha
I'm a freak! I'm 65 and I have low BMI, low blood pressure and pelvic floor dysfunction. It seems like I have to do everything perfect and that's difficult.
Turns out that I have bilateral hernias
So, as I didn't do it properly, I'm not going to feel better, even if I do better now? Oh dear.....😔
Hi Joanne
Even if you start now, it can make a difference, sorry, if this sounded a bit negative, that wasn't my intention! :(
Best Wishes
Eileen
@@AvogelCoUk That's great news, Eileen! Thank you very much. We all hear things differently, not your fault at all.
Kindest Regards,
Joanne.
OH EILEEN..if you only knew...how many times you words have rung in my ears and they are practically the only thing that keeps me sane....IT ALL HAPPENED IN THE PERIMENOPAUSE for me.....Now in Post menopause,BRING ON THE HEAVY ARTILLERY..out of the 66 menopause symptoms and the 60 that show if you are magnesium low....I HAVE 90%....I have a good doctor and you....and I get by.....BUT I do want to just throw evrything over my shoulder and go for a walkabout in the Australia outback........snakes kangaroos and all..and if that sounds like I am upset...YES I AM....having a retarded child and the death of both parents...................STOP THE WORLD BECAUSE I WANT TO GET OFF !!!! THANKS FOR EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!
Hi Rodoula
Glad to have been of help! I do hope that things ease off for you now and you get your freedom walk! :)
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Eileen
Oh my.... unpaid babysitter for grandchildren 👶🍼
First
Congratulations!!! I thought that was a teenager thing 🙂
Wow
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