I am now 36 and for the past few years have felt different. Then this past year it seems to have gotten worse. I have lost interest in so many things I used to love, like, reading, mowing the grass, going to the gym, church, and so on. Low sex-drive as well. I continue to buy interesting books, but I bring them home and put them in a pile and say I’ll do it another day. I feel like I’m tired and exhausted, my muscles ache. I feel like I have lost a disconnection from my feelings. I can laugh, but it’s more a response than a feeling. I know I love my family, but I don’t feel it. I’ve been dating this guy for a few months now and I know I like him, but I don’t feel love or happiness. I know I want to be with him though. I feel like there’s is something disconnected inside me that someone needs to plug back in so I can enjoy life again and be more of myself. I did have my DHEA, Cortisol, and Testosterone tested. DHEA & Test came back very low, but will be retesting again soon. All my bloodwork came back normal. I’m really hoping it’s just my hormones out of wack and with some meds can get back on track.
I really would like to hear from others especially if you have the disconnection from your feelings and emotions. I do not feel like this is mental, depression even though some symptoms sound like it.
Also, if it is a hormonal imbalance will meds instantly make you feel better or is this something that takes time?

Me and my husband are trying to conceive a baby and I recently found out I have low progesterone levels (tested at 9 during first day of period). Are there any natural ways I can increase my levels i.e. foods, herbs, tea??? I really hate taking meds and would like to have a baby really soon. Thanks

I was on premarin 1.25 two times daily, well I lost my job and my insurance and I really don’t feel like paying 124.00 for my meds if I can find a cheap alternative that will be a more natural source, there are a lot of risks with taking premarin, I have been having severe hot flashes……

I have a hormonal imbalance, Im a 16 year old female. My doctor perscribed me brith control hoping to fix the imbalance. Ive been on it for a little over a month. Ive gotten my period for the first tikme in two years, yet my acne still has not subsided. I plan on being patient for that, but another thing thats bothering me is too much facial hair( for a girl at least). Its seems to grow all over my face. I knokw its an abnormal amount, because It’s only recent that Ive had it (a couple months or so)…I was just wondering if I should wax it and hope that it grows back faintly or not at all because I’m now on meds for the imbalance… would birth control stop it from growing?

I am not taking any meds at all… should I go to the doctor? My friend told me that it may be normal to have more than one, but women usually skip periods instead of have more.

I had a complete hysterectomy in Dec 2004.I’ve never taken any thing for hormone replacement at all.In Aug. 2005 I had my thyroid completely removed due to cancer.I have finally got my thyroid meds and bloodtests all figured out but I am still feeling ill/tired/no energy/moody.I at first thought it was all due to my thyroid meds being the wrong dosage but now that we’ve got that under control I’m wondering could it be that I have never taken any HRT.I am only 42 and I’m tired of having a few good days and then back to crap. I feel I basically get enough sleep to work 26 hours of work a week but I feel worthless to my family when I’m at home.I’m very greatful I have a VERY supportive husband and kids.ANYWAY,looking for any info.I am seeing my doctor on April 16 but until then looking for women who may have had the same problems.Thank you in advance.

A friend of mine has ovarian cancer and, is in remission. She’s had some chemo-therapy but has stopped, she’s also refused to take the meds to keep it at bay. And because the chemo, she’s now anemic. Can anybody tell me what her life expectancy is? she doesn’t want me to be too concerned about it either—-how should I cope with her indifferent attitude about her condition, especially since I love & care about her so much?

I’m almost 50, and I haven’t had my monthly for a couple months. I think I’m loosing it sometimes. (my mind) I’m so miserable. Please help me get through this. I think it’s perimenopause. I don’t want to be this way.
I’ve always been a loving person, I feel so unusual. Scarey.
I’ve been on antidepresants and anxiey meds for yrs. I just feel so horrible. I’m so tired all the time, just want to sleep. I know the holidays are here, but… I also have a 10 mth old first grandson. I just wish I could sleep forever.

I have been having periods every 10-14 days since February. Now my doctor is recomending that I have a total hysterectomy. He has tried treatment via meds that have not succeeded in solving the problem. Has sent me for a transvaginal ultrasound that came back that the lining around my uterus was extremely thick. This was 2 days after I had stopped a period. This bleeding is not anything light like you would think it would be. It’s very heavy and makes me very sick. I’m only 26 years old and I just want to know what a hysterectomy will do to me.

The last 8 weeks have been next to unbearable in my household because of me….
Monday I went to see my regular MD because I all the symptoms of perimenopause, eg. hair falling out, acne, mood swings, weight gain,etc. He asked me why I was so depressed. I had no idea I was acting that way. I had several blood tests they came back ok – expect for the White blood count. That came back a little on the high side. He wants me back in 10 day for a recheck. Tuesday, I went to my Psychiatrist because I need(ed) help. He upped my meds and recommended a therapist. TODAY – I fell down some stairs at home and broke my right foot! We are supposed to go to AZ for Thanksgiving. We live in CA. Not only that, I got a rejection letter for a job that I really wanted and had all the qualifications for. Is this just a really, really bad week? Or am I being punished for something? Is my Karma bad or the planets not aligned in the right way for me? ;(

I am 32 yrs old and I had a full hystorectomy at the age of 30 due to medical reasons. I am taking a hormone pill that my Dr. gave me and have tried 8 difforant ones. The one I am taking now works ok. My ?? is what is progesteron for and should I be taking it along with my hormone pill? I feel real angry, depressed, can’t sleep, I feel like every one is out to get me, and I just dont want any sex or even my husband to touch me. I know this is not normal and I have talked to my Dr. about this and even talked to another Dr. He put me on sleeping pills, and anti depressants but its just not the same, in fact they dont help. I have also told the Dr. this and he says give it time. It has been 2 yrs!!! Some one told me I needed to take progesteron but I cant find info on it for people that have had a full hystorectomy. please help me if you know any thing about this!! oh, I have also gained 70 lbs. my thyroid is off and I am taking meds for that to and no weight loss.
I am also taking phenteramine for weight loss and still nothing! Infact I have gained 4 more lbs. and I work out all the time and eat verry little.

The last couple of days my left calf has been very painful. I have not hurt myself. The pain is now spreading up to my knee and down to my heel. I also started having headache, back pain, and neck pain yesterday. Last night I started having night sweats. I am very worried, does anyone have any ideas?
no, i havent been taking any meds

This is my third month of clomid 100mgs days 3-7 due to PCOS. The last two months I get positives on pregnancy tests, next day have all negatives, and a couple days later I get my period. I know I’m ovulating on it and having chemical pregnancies. Its heart breaking. I’ve read about using progesterone cream after ovulation while on clomid and was wondering if anyone ever used this method and actually got pregnant and stayed pregnant??? Please answer me, I’m so discouraged. This would be my 3rd baby, first with meds, and every month it just gets harder.

I’m not due until saturday. I tested yesterday I know too early right? Anyway I got a negative. But the past 1 1/2 weeks I’ve been having crazy vivid dreams as I did when I was pregnant before as well as night sweats. The only time I’ve gotten them was when I was pregnant or on medication. I’m not on the meds any longer and haven’t been for months so I’m thinking I may be pregnant. I’m 31. I wake up during the night with my chest soaked. Is anyone else experiencing this?

The last 8 weeks have been next to unbearable in my household because of me….
Monday I went to see my regular MD because I all the symptoms of perimenopause, eg. hair falling out, acne, mood swings, weight gain,etc. He asked me why I was so depressed. I had no idea I was acting that way. I had several blood tests they came back ok – expect for the White blood count. That came back a little on the high side. He wants me back in 10 day for a recheck. Tuesday, I went to my Psychiatrist because I need(ed) help. He upped my meds and recommended a therapist. TODAY – I fell down some stairs at home and broke my right foot! We are supposed to go to AZ for Thanksgiving. We live in CA. Not only that, I got a rejection letter for a job that I really wanted and had all the qualifications for. Is this just a really, really bad week? Or am I being punished for something? Is my Karma bad or the planets not aligned in the right way for me? ;(