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Montesano, WA

I am in my early 40's and started through menopause symptoms in my late 30's. Everything I have read saying that menopause so young can be very dangerous for my health.

April 3, 2018
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Members shared their experiences with early menopause, with many starting in their 30s and early 40s, reporting symptoms like intense hot... Read more

Members shared their experiences with early menopause, with many starting in their 30s and early 40s, reporting symptoms like intense hot flashes, night sweats, and the difficult decision of whether to use hormone replacement therapy. Several members expressed deep concerns about HRT due to family histories of breast cancer, with some losing mothers who had taken hormones, while others shared that they or their mothers went through early menopause without HRT and are now in their 60s doing well. A recurring theme was the importance of listening to your body, working closely with doctors to make informed decisions about treatment options, and finding what works best for your individual situation rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I was in my 30s when I had to have a total Hysterectomy. The doctor in Germany had to take out everything but left part of an ovary. It seemed to work to regulate my hormones for a few years then started me on a tablet of Estrogen. I'm now 63 and will be 64 June 6 and am receiving a monthly Estrogen Shot. You can stay healthy just have to be very aware if you notice something in your body feels different. They should leave your Cervix intact if its possible and it usually is okay. If you would like to call me for support I would be happy to talk with you
It can be Scary I know. Let me know. Will be praying for you honey.

May 17, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yep but lots do, not a fibro thing, but the hormones can make the fibro worse as it tends to see them as a virus so it flares up. Not sure how it can be dangerous for your health.. it's just a natural occurence...

April 18, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I haven't had a menstrual cycle in 8years

April 4, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

So sorry to hear you are having troubles. Menopause and or Perimenopause can be very difficult with Fibro. Heavy flow , clots, migraines just terrible.
And the sweats and hot flashes or heat waves. I was done at 50. It cause a lot of health problems and some scares.

April 4, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

My mother was in the final stages of menopause at the age of 37. She never took any of the hormones and she is 62 now and doing fine. Other than some epic hot flashes lol. I started my symptoms at 32, Im 36 now. Im on clonodine for hot flashes myself.

April 4, 2018

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