Short-term memory loss
I just read the article about Michelle King Robson and the empowerher website. It was all very interesting and I anticipate spending time on this site for various reasons.
What jumped out for me especially today tho was the reference to the frustration Ms. Robson felt because of short-term memory loss. I know I am menopausal, many symptoms are evident for me. It just never stuck me until now that the fact that I can read a book ten times over, or watch the same movie like I'm seeing it for the first time, could be something related to hormones and something that I might get some relief from.
I'd very much appreciate knowing what Michelle's advisors did for her that improved this aspect of her hormonal challenges. It could change my personal and professional life greatly.
Sincerely, SB
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First, welcome! We're happy you found us.
You're describing symptoms I also had going through menopause, and, to some extent, still have. It can be very embarassing to be in the middle of a presentatin or discussion when a hot flash suddenly stops you in your tracks.
You might want to check out this book: Secrets of Self-Healing
I found when I stopped using Equal, the sugar substitute, I had better memory and less confusion. I now use Stevia instead.
I can't use Splenda because it causes my skin to blister from the inside out. Took me a long time to figure that one out. Equal & Splenda are chemicals and Stevia is derived from a plant so its natural.
Thanks for coming to EmpowHer. I hope that we can help you with your short term memory loss. It's the worst. There were days where I couldn't remember my name, not alone who I talked to an hour earlier.
What worked for me...getting my hormones balanced. I was lacking testosterone and estrogen. I also had a thyroid issue. I will tell you though...what I've learned from reading so much on the whole "Hormone" subject, is that women need three times more testosterone then men for brain function but yet our levels run much lower. I learned this by reading Dr. Vliet's books.
You can read Dr. Vliets book...The Savvy Women's Guide to Testosterone. We have it on the site in the product section. I have no more memory issues anymore.
Each women is different though. You need to find a doctor that can diagnose you properly and treat your accordingly. It's not a one size fits all approach. It's very different for each woman.
Find a doctor that you like. Work with that Doctor to get your memory back. Keep searching until you find the right doctor for you. You'll know that doctor, when you meet them. Follow your intuition.
I also had my blood work ordered by Dr. Vliet on a continual basis. She was constantly checking my levels. What I learned for me.. its not just about your hormone levels. It's also about how you feel. What are your symptoms??
Good luck and let me know what other resources we can provide for you.
Best in health,
Michelle
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