Hi Everyone and thanks for having me,

Oh Dear....Where do I begin ? I have started Peri Just before I turned 51 in August of this year but lately I dont know if I coming or going. I have no idea when my next period is due because they are all over the Place. I missed a month in july then when I did have one I wasn't too keen on the smell of it..For the last 10 days I have had Cramps as if I am due again and my Breasts are very sore.

Every minor thing can make my horns come out of my head, I Cry a lot, Shout a lot and feel Basically Like Poo! This is just the start of it, how on Earth will I get through it? My Dr is non to Keen on giving me HRT but said he will as a last resort. I am not too sure if it will be a good idea either but know I can't go on the way I am, its not fair on my family. I have plenty of support from them but I am a Nightmare to live with.

I am already on anti-depressents for anger and anxiety so I can't see my mood swings getting any better.

I guess I will hang out with you Guys

Dear Val
Yes please do hang out with us!We are pleased to have you on board.

It is true that ADs can make quite a difference as I discovered at age 39,fully Menopausal but the difference was really when I started HRT.It has made all the difference.Although it is synthetic,have taken it for many years and always have good Gyno check ups.Many ladies prefer the Bio-identicals but they are not available in my Country

The sense of smell gets more sensitive during this stage so do not worry too much about that.

You are blessed to have a supportive family but as you say it is not fair to let them suffer.

Read up on all the Hormone alternatives and together with your Doctor will hopefully be able to make an informed choice
Please keep posting
Many Blessings
Elizabeth

Have you tried evening primrose oil? I just started taking it for sore breasts and horrible PMS,it seems to be working.

Dear Val,

Welcome to Power Surge!! This is a challenging time of life, isn't it?

Keep in touch with your doctor and be a squeaky wheel if necessary. And please do hang out here a lot. There is so much collective wisdom on this site. Along with so much care and compassion. I would not have made it through "my ordeal" without my PS sisters.

Hang in new friend. It does get better.

Warmest regards,
Marcy

Thank you ladies

Yes I will look at the Section you have mentioned Elizabeth, I have nothing to lose ( Apart from my Sanity ) LOL


I am currently taking Well Woman Capsules with Evening Primrose and Star Flower Oils, I have only been on them a week so I am waiting for them to Kick in.

I will keep you posted Certainly and let you know if there is any Change, Thanks again and Bless you xxx

Thanks Marcy ( What a Beautiul name )

Its good to know I can come on here and have a bit Moan! Us Women sure go through hell with Our Poor Bodys dont we ?