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Comments (11)I have symptoms (same as my mother) of early onset Menopause. At 35 years old I've already suffered the hot flashes and night sweats and irregular menstruation. I've had the symptoms come and go since I was about 30-31 years old. A handful of years ago I suffered a false pregnancy and a Native American woman I knew told me about a combination of Soy Isoflavones and Black Cohosh (capsules) to help regulate my hormone levels. The combination brought my hormone levels back into balance within a matter of days, relieved and eliminated ALL of my pregnancy symptoms. When I started having the menopause symptoms more frequently I tried them again on the theory that if they can regulate hormones from "pregnancy" back to normal then perhaps they would help with menopausal symptoms too. I have since discovered that adding St. John's Wart to the mix also helps with the irritability that goes with it all. I've taken these together for 3 years now. I noticed a change within a matter of 2-4 days when not taken consistently. When taken consistently I have noticed that they tend to reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes and night sweats (if not eliminate altogether for extended periods of time). They also tend to regulate the timing and duration of menstruation to a more consistent schedule as well as reduce cramping, fatigue, mood swings and irritability. I'm sure like with all herbal remedies there may be mixed results for everyone. But I hope the information helps and if you do decide to try it.. I hope it works wonders for you like it did for me. Tricia...See Morenausea with hot flashes
Comments (33)I have the exact same symptoms as aussiesoni. My hot flashes happen once a month and usually only one time, but it lasts for about 15 minutes (although it seems longer). It is always in the middle of the night, around 2 a.m. I suddenly wake up kind of panicky, not knowing why, then shortly get a radiating heat in my chest which then spreads outward to my extremities and then my arms and legs tingle and I feel like I am going to pass out. I also get the feeling of extreme nausea and the need to have a bowel movement. I lay as still as I can, practice deep breathing techniques and reassure myself that I am ok and this will pass. It feels like a panic attack and I'm sure I am anxious at the onset. I am 44 years old and had a total hysterectomy 7 years ago. Initially I was on Progesterone, but my gynecologist switched me to Estradiol and I have been on that for 6 years. The hot flashes have been a recent development and the first few times I had one, I thought I needed to go to the emergency room. Finding this website was a Godsend and I know I am not alone! My question is, can anything be done or is this something that I'll just have to deal with? I also need to say that I have had a kidney transplant and because of the medications I take for that, I cannot take just any over the counter medication or herbal supplement in case it interferes with my anti-rejection medication. And not that I wish this on anyone else, but I am glad that I am not the only one experiencing this and grateful for your stories! Best wishes!!!...See Morequestion re pregnancy and throid
Comments (6)It can be extremely serious. I have thyroid disease and on a daily basis it affects me, I would think when pregnant it would definitely make one have some special needs. Are you sure it is hyper not hypo? Either one is still a serious condition. "# Women with severe or uncontrolled hyperthyroidism have an increase risk of infection, iron deficiency (anemia), and high blood pressure accompanied by too much protein in the urine (a potentially dangerous condition called pre-eclampsia). # If a woman has severe hyperthyroidism, her baby has a chance of having hyperthyroidism as well. There is a risk to the outcome of the pregnancy, having a small baby or a premature birth." "It is very important that hyperthyroidism be controlled in pregnant women since the risks of miscarriage or birth defects are much higher without therapy. " "Hyperthyroidism - or having an overactive thyroid gland - can pose special concerns during pregnancy. When the body delivers too much thyroid hormone, both the mother and the baby can suffer. Miscarriages, premature births, and intrauterine growth retardation can occur when the disorder goes undiagnosed or untreated. Pregnant women with hyperthyroidism can also develop high blood pressure, and are at greater risk of heart conditions." All of the facts above would be enough in itself to cause a pregnant woman much anxiety and stress not to mention the actual condition itself and the risk to the baby. Not every pregnancy is the same and each person has their own situations which impact them and how they react to them, it is important for those that are the support team to help relieve them of some of that stress and be supportive. It may not be how you would have handled it in your own pregnancy but you are not carrying the baby and you are not enduring the stress so try to help and stay positive it is the best thing for that precious little life....See MoreGallstones during pregnancy??
Comments (10)I have to wait 6 weeks because this baby will be a repeat c-section so will have to wait for that long before another surgery. I could have had surgery if we had caught this earlier, I am really big and entering the third trimester and there is too big of a risk of preterm labor. I had contractions for 8 weeks with Hayden so I don't want to risk surgery at this point even if they could do the surgery. I am just glad to figure out what is going on. Sheila, I have had to take the throw up route quite a few times and I do feel so much better afterwards. But I get worried about keeping food down for the baby and also have pulled some muscles and ligaments when throwing up that they hurt for the rest of the day and sometimes longer. I just have to be careful of what I eat. No gassy foods or fatty foods for the next 3 months. Funny thing is DH was diagnosed with gallstones 3 weeks ago but also found out he had diabetes so they won't do surgery as long as they aren't bothering him. Stacie girlsingardens...See Morecatherinet
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