So your mom was in her early 40s when she had her hysterectomy?
I know you said she had a complete hysterectomy, but I want to be sure -- so she had her ovaries out as well? (I am assuming so, since her doctor tried Premarin.)
What was the reason for the hysterectomy, do you know?
Mood swings are indeed one of the many symptoms of menopause. Also common are insomnia, increased abdominal fat, hot flashes and memory disturbances, among others. It's entirely possible that hormone fluctuations are affecting your mom; but not necessarily the case. Have you asked her about her mood swings?
If she is interested in trying HRT again, there have been huge changes in what is available since she tried Premarin. Premarin, for instance, is a synthetic HRT. There are now bio-identical HRTs on the market that may carry fewer longterm risks overall. Do you think your mom is interested in exploring this area? Or are you just worried about her?
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Nancy86,
So your mom was in her early 40s when she had her hysterectomy?
I know you said she had a complete hysterectomy, but I want to be sure -- so she had her ovaries out as well? (I am assuming so, since her doctor tried Premarin.)
What was the reason for the hysterectomy, do you know?
Mood swings are indeed one of the many symptoms of menopause. Also common are insomnia, increased abdominal fat, hot flashes and memory disturbances, among others. It's entirely possible that hormone fluctuations are affecting your mom; but not necessarily the case. Have you asked her about her mood swings?
If she is interested in trying HRT again, there have been huge changes in what is available since she tried Premarin. Premarin, for instance, is a synthetic HRT. There are now bio-identical HRTs on the market that may carry fewer longterm risks overall. Do you think your mom is interested in exploring this area? Or are you just worried about her?
June 17, 2010 - 9:18amThis Comment
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