I am 57 years old and postmenopausal. I guess perimenopausal symptoms, particularly hot flashes, were not such a big deal for me. I was battling brain cancer at the same time. perimenopause "sort of snuck in the back door". Last year, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I would never consider hormone replacement therapy or recommend it because of the potential side effects.
I find the recommendations of your gynecologist equally confusing. But, he is the physician, I am not.
Sunshinegirl23, has your physician checked your thyroid levels?
Hyperthyroidism or an over active thyroid gland can cause sleep problems. Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism or an under active thyroid gland can cause hair loss.
Before starting any type of hormone therapy, you might consider having your thyroid levels checked.
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Hello sunshinegirl23,
I can appreciate every one of your concerns.
I am 57 years old and postmenopausal. I guess perimenopausal symptoms, particularly hot flashes, were not such a big deal for me. I was battling brain cancer at the same time. perimenopause "sort of snuck in the back door". Last year, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I would never consider hormone replacement therapy or recommend it because of the potential side effects.
I find the recommendations of your gynecologist equally confusing. But, he is the physician, I am not.
Sunshinegirl23, has your physician checked your thyroid levels?
Hyperthyroidism or an over active thyroid gland can cause sleep problems. Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism or an under active thyroid gland can cause hair loss.
Before starting any type of hormone therapy, you might consider having your thyroid levels checked.
Regards,
July 18, 2014 - 5:06pmMaryann
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