I did need to start taking medication, but I don't want to be on it. YES, I am postmenopausal too, been a year and a half since my last period. I ache all over as well and have had so many stomach issues. Maybe because of declining estrogen. So it must be this menopause making some of us lose control on ourselves. In case something happens so I'm near the hospital. I am sorry you are feeling this way too. Try our Symptom Checker Got any other symptoms? Hugs. How Much Relationship Privacy Do You Need? Very scared. The ultrasound nurse was horrible and wouldn't tell me what it means! I've had it all my life, but it's really flared up now with the perimenopause. Put a little on your finger. Posted I too feel like I'm slowly dying. I've had my blood, urine, fecal checked --- all have come out normal. mine went on for ages too then all of a sudden just stopped. I never use to be like this. Are you having any other symptom besides the pressure in bladder? It feels as im constantly running to the bathroom even at home and not much comes out. sometimes i dont want to be alone and then all i want is to be alone . Allergies are also annoying, coffee and oats for me and now I crave a cappuccino and porridge!! I pray and pray and pray and does not seem to matter. I'm now in battle to keep weight on. hi just ready all glory to god , bit I'm in a constant battle everyday I have some many things that's physical wrong with me , for aches pains to cramps tingling numbing surges of pain in bust hip aches groin pains back aches, stiff neck back of head shoulders weird headaches , light-headedness sometimes like I'm just floating ,it's a daily constant battle, I went through some really dark times in my mind and tried hrt but think that caused more light-headedness palpitations dropping in BP heart rate , had ecg done that's OK so just stopped taking it , but still constant feel ill daily , and now I have been called back for further testing following a mammogram, so I am all over the show , then I have to get down and seek God, because that's all I can do . My new found thing (and it seems like something new or nagging every damn day) is my head feels all fuzzy! I hope you feel better but at least you know you aren't alone. Im thinking i might have Vaginal Atrophy. have you had any tests? Im not happy for anyones suffering but happy to have met you awesome ladies who have validated exactly what I experience. Does this sound familiar. Each softgel contains broad spectrum hemp extract that provides a wide range of hemp's cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and other beneficial compounds. Mine is like you said with the upper stomach. I have had this deep ache and almost burning type sensation right on top of my pubic bone. You definitely are not alone. Have you ever gotten this? I am so relieved to have found your post. Sadness is a bit foreign to me, usually I'm happy go lucky. I know exactly how you feel, anxiety is putting so much strain on my life, I don't sleep well as I get panic attacks, fear that I'm dying, I live alone and it makes it worse as I fear something will happen and I have no one to help me. I tell my doctors I think the anxiety and digestive issues are hormone related but they look at me like I'm crazy.I'm looking for a new doctor who is female and post menopausal that has a clue what this stage is all about. I also have developed a health anxiety. So the feeling of sadness is actually scaring me. Once the feeling is stated, it should be connected to an issue or event. I just feel OFF (not really dizzy) just head foggy! my cardiologist prescribed me for palpitations but my body didnt like at all i felt i was passing out . My mom never mentioned it. I am always telling my husband i don't want to be alone. "While you're running and in the period when you get back from a run you do seem better able to focus. When the other person is immediately on the defense, they are less likely to listen and respond with an open mind. I also just underwent several tests for digestive issues. Its supposed to be a bone/liver blood marker. I've lost almost all interest in guys. you name it,! Back in July my period had stopped for 7 months and i thought, great im almost done then in January I got it again and every month since then and all the symptoms came back 10 times worst!! Hi Jamie, I get weird head pressure too. Im 56 and post menopause.My doctor is going to retest in 3 months but ive been googling and now Im worried out of my mind! Good for a few weeks and it would come back for a week +. I had lots of stomach issues with Covid, super constipated and it lasted for what seemed like forever but I also have belly issues with peri. And now that anxiety is UP UP UP, my pills are struggling to work. Is this a normal thing with this (post-menopause)? You are SO not alone! Patient is a UK registered trade mark. It can drive you to the edge especially if you are googling. Menopause sucks. i hope we can help eachother cope. Hot flashes come and go. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? Ideally, this allows the other person to concentrate on helping to alleviate the discomfort, rather than defending themselves. I saw your post about rib and left side pain. i have horrible muscle aches as well at times. I dont have too much longer, God willing! April 15, 2020 will hopefully be my new day! When i get to three weeks of nightly Premarin, ill cut back to twice a week maitenance. Hi Vicky. Have you received any diagnosis for what causes these symptoms? It scares me and if there are any ladies out there experiencing this, I would LOVE to hear from you. I feel like i always have some kind of physical problem and it's giving me major health anxiety. I believe in GOD, so I put all my faith in him. I don't get any pain either with this, and before I never got pain with IC . im learning that women especially watch other women for styles and although we do admire other women, it doesnt mean you are attracted to them. my constant upset stomach/trapped air burping/ feeling unsteady when i walk is the worst one, amxiety, feel like i have ongoing flu. I feel such dread, especially in the morning. I have recently started getting discomfort in my right flank/around the base of my ribs. Just want a sprinkle of myself back so I can enjoy life (which is hard to do with this COVID political mess) again ya know? Research suggests that I-messages can improve communication, which is why they are often used in couples counseling, family therapy, and other therapeutic interventions. By placing the attention primarily on the feelings and needs of the speaker, it focuses the conversation on solving a problem rather than assigning blame. I have that same weird head pressure. I hope things get better for all of us. How are you doing? I was OK with my single life. I apparently have fatty liver but ALP levels arent singularly raised. Yes i pretend all is well, i dont speak about the extent of my situation as most people think you are over reacting, because when they look at you physically you are ok, but its inside thats suffering. Learning how to use "I feel" statements can be an effective way to improve how you communicate with others, particularly if you are dealing with difficult conversations or conflict. Hi Sherricl & Ukkiwibird (and all you lovely ladies out there)!!! It just feels like its never going to end! Now getting night sweats which are nothing compared to nausea. I tried Cymbalta but again i googled as was terrified at some of the reviews. It's hard to explain. I wouldn't say I'm 100% cured because I still have some issues now and again but I am so much better. so sick of the bloating, sickness and flatulence! My doctor thinks I am a hypochondriac (and lately I would have to agree). Peri and meno didn't get me, postmeno is what's killing me. For example i google "urination problems in your fifties" or something like that and guess popped up? Uggh.. it is really getting to me. I have had it for YEARS (and I mean YEARS) so if THAT was anything, I would be dead by now! as being in breach of those terms. 7th ed. The pain in my throat and ears of all things was TONSIL STONES! also another symptom of perimenopause is obtrusive thoughts with no factual basis. Its awful and i dont know if things are going to magically settle down after im post menopause. Now nausea! Steven Gans, MD is board-certified in psychiatry and is an active supervisor, teacher, and mentor at Massachusetts General Hospital. Thank God autoimmune diseases have been ruled out. My fault though i guess i should have googled "urinary problems in menopause" . Then the rush of adrenaline.. plus panic attacks in between. My main concern right now is this bladder pressure. Thanks for that Sherricl I also had one polyp removed there and then just waiting for another one to be removed and hoping all is well with test results . I am having the same shoulder neck and ear pain. The nurse was lovely and all fine. I'm very thankful for your post because now I know I'm not alone. My nausea kind of went away replaced by this head crap and not sure what is worse. I'm home tonight, when I should be out, because one minute I feel nauseous then I feel like I need eat but then end up running to the bathroom.It just makes me want to stay home and not have a life. My kids are attending school away and hubby also works abroad. Research also suggests that this approach can be helpful when communicating with others: Some settings where I-messages are frequently utilized include: This technique is frequently used in couples therapy to help improve communication in romantic relationships. I also have low back pain but I have 3 facet joints in my lower back that are shot so the back pain (I think) is explained. I have had numerous blood work done and for the most part they are normal. I'm working with two therapists and a behavioral specialist to help me out of this. i am fed up of being a moaner . Hi Becky, sorry to hear that you're having the same problem. Like you i do gets bouts of no energy but then some days I almost feel normal then bam you wake up and there is a new issue to deal with. ty. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. I am a member of other menopausal chatrooms too. They put it down to diverticulitis, which of course can cause digestive issues too. On bad days, my whole body hurts. Then it will go away and come back. I hope you are all save out there. I can hardly get through my day. Another way to say I Feel? I have patches on my feet that burn, yet when I look there is nothing there, my body goes stiff and I feel like I'm swaying, I have strange feelings in my fingers, I have panic attacks with sob, sweating, fast heart rate every time I need a bowel movement. Moderator comment: I have removed the contact details as we do not publish these in the forums. How are you doing present day? my doctor told me to make a will too and that this would help. I feel sick all the time. My alkaline phosphatase is elevated as well as my sed rate. No cancer or ulcer found, thank God! Strangely I don't have hot flashes yet but I'm sure they are around the corner. I'm having the same problems with my liver.My Alp is 150 and I'm getting test done next week and google has scared the crap out of me. Registered in England and Wales. I realize this was posted months ago but I'm hoping there are still others out there that can relate i feel as if this perimenooause is breaking me i literally feel as if I'm dying from nausea the moment i wake up to constant anxiety and panic attacks, jelly legs etc its horrible and so overwhelming I don't recognize myself I used to be such a practical thinking person. Also having anxiety attacks joint pain and stomach issues and ear pain that not caused from infection. Registered number: 10004395 Registered office: Fulford Grange, Micklefield Lane, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6BA. God bless . mind you it was very painful some days but I guess sad to say I've learned most days to cope. Ill use Gynetrof moisturizer the otger nights that im not using Premarin. I feel the same have so many peri menopausal symptoms , im in a constant pain days in days out . i did speak to a therapist about it which really helped and i told my parents. I have prostate problemslol! Um, i dont think so. These Drs truly dont listen heck the emts mentioned menopause. Consigue EVOLUTION en:iTunes: http://smarturl.it/cd9evolutionApple Music: http://smarturl.it/cd9evolutionamSpotify: http://smarturl.it/cd9evolutionspo Google. I-messages are frequently utilized as a way to resolve conflict without putting people on the defensive. One common pitfall when using "I feel' statements is to use them as a way to express a judgment or assign blame to the other person. But even then , I think it was triggered to my hormones. The idea of "I statements" was introduced during the 1960s by psychologist Thomas Gordon as a way to help children learn to connect emotions with behaviors during play therapy. I-messages can vary in terms of how they are formed and utilized, and they don't necessarily need to begin with the words, "I feel." Wow, that is expensive! I come on this forum from time to time when i get scared thoughseeing you mention the rib pain will help me sleep a bit tonight - thank you . Gave up on docs office. Ill be around the boards. As always, life is full of complexities, and there's never a "right time" to do menopause. I just constantly feel like I'm going to drop dead in front of my 12 year old daughter. For me, faith too is cornerstone in this struggle. So i have been vigilant in my drinking. Its not easy, I hope you have support around you. This might involve a person saying something like, "I feel angrywhen I am alone and you are out with your friends. they reassured me they are fine and this too shall pass. I suffer terrible medical anxiety so understand what you are going through. hello, wow you seem to have a lot of the same problems I have I think theyre digestive anyway theyre in my stomach and in my back and on my sides and they move around a lot but it really hurts mainly on my right side the most and Im really scared theres something wrong!!! Blood tests ok too. I speak to my kids about the situation but not to the full extent of what I'm going thru, so they don't really understand all these weird symptoms I'm getting. I have lists and lists of symptoms , just wondering what sill be next you are not alone , keep your faith . For example, a person might say, "I feel angrywhen I am alone and you are out with your friends.". I also noticed I cannot tolerate chocolate anymore. Praying like you that this is just another "symptom" and not cancer. But be reassured you really are ok. Hormones effect every part of our body and it's normal. All the above symptoms I can relate to. 5 Signs of an Energy Vampire and How to Cope, Effects of Conflict and Stress on Relationships, Relationship Emotions: How to Express Feelings in a Relationship, How Nitpicking Can Damage Your Relationship, How to Improve Your Relationships With Effective Communication Skills, Newlywed Advice: Tips for New Married Couples, Daily Tips for a Healthy Mind to Your Inbox, I understand you feel that way, but I feel this way: the benefits of I-language and communicating perspective during conflict, What a difference a pronoun makes: i/we versus you/me and worried couples perceptions of their interaction quality, Journal of Language and Social Psychology. WHY did I say that? I so hate that this happening!!! Yes id love to talk to anyone about this. im desperately searching for a good dr that specializes in perimenopause - menopause. i have been post menopause since 2015. A 2018 study found that the use of "I" language was the most effective strategy to use during conflict. I cant quite put my finger on all the unwellness i feel, but have a doctor cousin who assures me that what i feel is valid even if doctors dont quite understand it. i too get muscle tremors around my body, hot flashes and twitches or zapping feeling or skin crawling and the bloating and vaginal flatulence at times. The results suggested that using this approach helped minimize the risk that a discussion would lead to further hostility. But it's one of the perimenopause symptoms some of us experience as I speak to other women going thru perimenopause and some have talked about this kind of symptoms. Hoping it ends soon..sending you lots of hugs xx. This solution may not be a real optionbut does allow for discussion. Right now my biggest symptom is my bladder. respect of any healthcare matters. Honestly it's terrible. Very light. Patient aims to help the world proactively manage its healthcare, supplying evidence-based information on a wide range of medical and health topics to patients and health professionals. Families are also prone to communication problems that can interfere with the family dynamic and lead to conflict within the family unit. I am in California. I have also had digestive issues with bloating and gas - feel the need to burp. this seriously needs to stop. Maybe I do but i still should be heard by them even if im wrong about my health. I think in part He is what led me to the menopause boards!. The shoulder pain was just from me sitting wrong and being on my lap-top with not very good posture. To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Patient does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. While this statement starts with an expression of how the speaker feels, it concludes with an accusation. I was so worried and Google is the worst! ", "I feel sad when it seems like my feelings are not taken seriously.". I'm new to this site and I'm so grateful I've stumbled upon this forum. Yes, I found the oregano oil to be very effective but when I took it I was also on a very strict low fodmap diet ant I think I was also taking something to increase acid production in the stomach, because she said that a lot of times when we think we have acid it is in fact the other way round, that we have low acid, I can't remember the name sorry (pepsin?). It's strange, I got thru peri and meno without too much trouble except for maybe some sudden outbursts of anger (and I'm not an angry gal!) its all a mind game but one in which we might need help to get thru. I am 53, 3 years no period and at first I was like "this is a piece of cake". Verywell Mind uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. 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