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Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to me
An_243495 posted:
Hello. I am 53 and as I write this I cannot stop crying.
I am happy with my life but in the process of menopause, I just could not take it anymore so I sought out a support group of women going through a similar situation.
My doctor suggests I take something natural but I am trying to just 'deal with this' without taking anything.
But, this non-stop crying is starting to get to me. I am not depressed. But, I guess I now need a support group to get through this challenging time.
Is there anyone else out there like me struggling with this? How are you coping?
Signed,
tired of crying and having hot flashes
I am happy with my life but in the process of menopause, I just could not take it anymore so I sought out a support group of women going through a similar situation.
My doctor suggests I take something natural but I am trying to just 'deal with this' without taking anything.
But, this non-stop crying is starting to get to me. I am not depressed. But, I guess I now need a support group to get through this challenging time.
Is there anyone else out there like me struggling with this? How are you coping?
Signed,
tired of crying and having hot flashes
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9 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meHello. I am 53 and as I write this I cannot stop crying. <br /><br />I am happy with my life but in the process of menopause, I just could not take it anymore so I sought out a support group of women going through a similar situation.<br /><br />My doctor suggests I take something natural but I am trying to just 'deal with this' without taking anything.<br /><br />But, this non-stop crying is starting to get to me. I am not depressed. But, I guess I now need a support group to get through this challenging time.<br /><br />Is there anyone else out there like me struggling with this? How are you coping?<br /><br />Signed,<br />tired of crying and having hot flashes
ladydibug50 responded:
I was also crying alot and hot flashes but I started using the
patch and thank god I did...everything stopped
patch and thank god I did...everything stopped
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meI was also crying alot and hot flashes but I started using the <br />patch and thank god I did...everything stopped
someonewhocares3 responded:
My main "menopausal" symptoms (after an unwarranted hysterectomy 6 years ago) were suicidal depression, anxiety, and insomnia. I had many others but these were the most distressing!
Since the abrupt loss of hormones triggered these symptoms, it seemed reasonable that HRT would give me some relief so I take HRT. I'm still not even close to the person I was pre-hyst but I'm no longer suicidal (just mildly depressed), anxious and unable to function from lack of sleep! I only wish I could get back my joy for life and feelings of love and connection with others.
I hope this challenging time passes quickly for you regardless of whether or not you take something!
Since the abrupt loss of hormones triggered these symptoms, it seemed reasonable that HRT would give me some relief so I take HRT. I'm still not even close to the person I was pre-hyst but I'm no longer suicidal (just mildly depressed), anxious and unable to function from lack of sleep! I only wish I could get back my joy for life and feelings of love and connection with others.
I hope this challenging time passes quickly for you regardless of whether or not you take something!
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meMy main "menopausal" symptoms (after an unwarranted hysterectomy 6 years ago) were suicidal depression, anxiety, and insomnia. I had many others but these were the most distressing! <br /><br />Since the abrupt loss of hormones triggered these symptoms, it seemed reasonable that HRT would give me some relief so I take HRT. I'm still not even close to the person I was pre-hyst but I'm no longer suicidal (just mildly depressed), anxious and unable to function from lack of sleep! I only wish I could get back my joy for life and feelings of love and connection with others. <br /><br />I hope this challenging time passes quickly for you regardless of whether or not you take something!
Victoryinjc replied to someonewhocares3's response:
Dear Someonecares,
Wow, that's pretty serious stuff. I am so sorry you have had to deal with this but glad it has gotten better. I can relate, I have had the same thoughts then go through the guilt of feeling that way. Especially being a Christian.
I think the lack of sleep plays a big role in it. I also have severe migraines, which makes it worse. I am still searching for relief and trying to do the best I can. I never would of thought menopause would be so difficult. It's part of life. People kind of laugh it off but until you have been there you just don't know.
Thank you for sharing, it does help to know we're not alone.
God bless.
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meDear Someonecares,
Wow, that's pretty serious stuff. I am so sorry you have had to deal with this but glad it has gotten better. I can relate, I have had the same thoughts then go through the guilt of feeling that way. Especially being a Christian.
I think the lack of sleep plays a big role in it. I also have severe migraines, which makes it worse. I am still searching for relief and trying to do the best I can. I never would of thought menopause would be so difficult. It's part of life. People kind of laugh it off but until you have been there you just don't know.
Thank you for sharing, it does help to know we're not alone.
God bless.
someonewhocares3 replied to Victoryinjc's response:
Thanks Victoryinjc. I realized after I posted that I didn't mention how devastating it was to also lose over 1/2 my hair within 4 months post-op. And it's still falling out (6 years post-op). I must have had some regrowth over the years though because I'm not bald yet but it's VERY thin and fine!
You shouldn't feel guilty for your feelings! We can't help how we feel but we can control (to some degree) how we act on those feelings. Hope things start improving for you!
You shouldn't feel guilty for your feelings! We can't help how we feel but we can control (to some degree) how we act on those feelings. Hope things start improving for you!
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meThanks Victoryinjc. I realized after I posted that I didn't mention how devastating it was to also lose over 1/2 my hair within 4 months post-op. And it's still falling out (6 years post-op). I must have had some regrowth over the years though because I'm not bald yet but it's VERY thin and fine! <br /> <br />You shouldn't feel guilty for your feelings! We can't help how we feel but we can control (to some degree) how we act on those feelings. Hope things start improving for you!
GenaLB responded:
I understand what your going through. I had a complete hysterectomy when I was 47 but went through horrible menopause symptoms in my early and mid 50's. After feeling like I was losing my mind I had to make a decision. I chose taking HRT and have not regretted it. Sometimes you have to pick your poison, feeling miserable or enjoying this stage of your life. I use a hormone patch to receive my HRT. Don't waste time feeling bad. Try all the various methods for relief until you find what works for you. Life is good and you deserve to enjoy one with quality.
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meI understand what your going through. I had a complete hysterectomy when I was 47 but went through horrible menopause symptoms in my early and mid 50's. After feeling like I was losing my mind I had to make a decision. I chose taking HRT and have not regretted it. Sometimes you have to pick your poison, feeling miserable or enjoying this stage of your life. I use a hormone patch to receive my HRT. Don't waste time feeling bad. Try all the various methods for relief until you find what works for you. Life is good and you deserve to enjoy one with quality.
jessielee18 replied to ladydibug50's response:
Thanks for replying!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meThanks for replying!<br /><br />It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'! <br /><br />I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.<br /><br />Thanks for caring!
jessielee18 replied to someonewhocares3's response:
Thanks for replying!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meThanks for replying!<br /> <br /> It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'! <br /> <br /> I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.<br /> <br /> Thanks for caring!
jessielee18 replied to Victoryinjc's response:
Thanks for replying!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meThanks for replying!<br /> <br /> It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'! <br /> <br /> I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.<br /> <br /> Thanks for caring!
jessielee18 replied to GenaLB's response:
Thanks for replying!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'!
I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.
Thanks for caring!
Report This| Share this:Crying and Hot Flashes - starting to get to meThanks for replying!<br /> <br /> It has been about 6 months since I posted this and I have just been 'riding it through'! <br /> <br /> I eat healthier now, work out and am losing weight slowly... my hot flashes still make their appearance but not as often. I notice them most when I eat white flour, white potatoes, and junk food! Since I cut these out, this mayyyy be the reason my hot flashes are fewer.<br /> <br /> Thanks for caring!
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