Hey Ali,
Not sure if you remember me. It seems like you stopped posting for a while, and then I stopped posting for a little while. It's good to see you back. How's your husband? I hope all is going well.
If you remember I had surgery last year and had a bunch of problems. They took out my ovaries and put me on hormones. Since then I have still had some medical problems. I remember that you know a lot about hormones. I was wondering if you could give me your opinion. Right now I am on 1.25mg of cenestin. My body has been feeling sort of "off". My skin is really dried out and Ihave gained some weight. Do you think this could be attributed to the cenestin? I hear both good and bad things about synthetic hormones and I can't decide if I should stay on them or talk to my doctor about trying something new.
Anyway, if you have any advice I would appreciate it. I still have you and your husband in my prayers.
Shelly
Shelly
Absolutely i remember you sweetheart, thanks for asking, hubby is doing great, still has days when he has a few struggles with word selection, but others where hes his normal self...frightening how several seconds of oxygen withheld from the brain can leave one still dealing with it 9 months later..
All in all Im grateful, it could have been so much worse, and the remaining blood clots are apparently dissolved..
Im so happy to hear from you again, though sorry your not feeling up to snuff...if the symptoms you are having have started since you started taking that drug, then i wouldnt be surprised if it was playing part..however...its nothing you want to just assume either..
Have you had your thyroid checked? Adrenals? Either of which can cause thinning and even loss of hair..and skin patchiness, dryness etc..
If your skin condition includes blemishes, it most likely is the hormone thing..
I would really recommend going to get a full hormone check...do you have a Naturalpath near you? They can take a simple blood test and find out exactly how your hormones are, what you are high and low on, and would also know about how the current med affects the way you feel..
When you see a naturalpath, go early..lolol you have to fill ou this huge and most intimate form...the reason being that everrything you feel, every sysmptom you have can be from an internal off balance of sorts..sometimes hormones,sometimes amino acids...thing like that..
EVERTHING we put in our bodies will cause a chain reaction and can affect the way we feel...( My body is my temple Mantra )
I know absolutely nothing about the particular med you are on, but let me do a bit of snooping around and see if i can find anything or you...regardless make sure you see your Dr about the complaints ( the one that Rxed it to you) and if you do have a Natural Path..id highly recommend going..
They would treat a hormone balance naturally with a compounding pharmacy, so that anything they give you is for your unique situation, and they dont use premarin ( pregnant mare urine ) to "balance" your hormones..
Will get back to you love..
hugs
Ali
P.S. Sorry honey, forgot to mention that the fact tht your ovaries were removed, will in and by itself, make you feel a bit off or different for awhile till your body compensates for and gets used to the loss of the ovaries...
I have heard that time and time again, and in fact there are support sites for women that have lost their ovariesthat struggle through the changes for awhile...Ill find that site for you...
Thats a big change so its not surprising you feel a bit "off" for a while Honey..almost like going through menopause..its felt in a whole list of dfferent ways throughout the body, including emotional..
Absolutely i remember you sweetheart, thanks for asking, hubby is doing great, still has days when he has a few struggles with word selection, but others where hes his normal self...frightening how several seconds of oxygen withheld from the brain can leave one still dealing with it 9 months later..
All in all Im grateful, it could have been so much worse, and the remaining blood clots are apparently dissolved..
Im so happy to hear from you again, though sorry your not feeling up to snuff...if the symptoms you are having have started since you started taking that drug, then i wouldnt be surprised if it was playing part..however...its nothing you want to just assume either..
Have you had your thyroid checked? Adrenals? Either of which can cause thinning and even loss of hair..and skin patchiness, dryness etc..
If your skin condition includes blemishes, it most likely is the hormone thing..
I would really recommend going to get a full hormone check...do you have a Naturalpath near you? They can take a simple blood test and find out exactly how your hormones are, what you are high and low on, and would also know about how the current med affects the way you feel..
When you see a naturalpath, go early..lolol you have to fill ou this huge and most intimate form...the reason being that everrything you feel, every sysmptom you have can be from an internal off balance of sorts..sometimes hormones,sometimes amino acids...thing like that..
EVERTHING we put in our bodies will cause a chain reaction and can affect the way we feel...( My body is my temple Mantra )
I know absolutely nothing about the particular med you are on, but let me do a bit of snooping around and see if i can find anything or you...regardless make sure you see your Dr about the complaints ( the one that Rxed it to you) and if you do have a Natural Path..id highly recommend going..
They would treat a hormone balance naturally with a compounding pharmacy, so that anything they give you is for your unique situation, and they dont use premarin ( pregnant mare urine ) to "balance" your hormones..
Will get back to you love..
hugs
Ali
P.S. Sorry honey, forgot to mention that the fact tht your ovaries were removed, will in and by itself, make you feel a bit off or different for awhile till your body compensates for and gets used to the loss of the ovaries...
I have heard that time and time again, and in fact there are support sites for women that have lost their ovariesthat struggle through the changes for awhile...Ill find that site for you...
Thats a big change so its not surprising you feel a bit "off" for a while Honey..almost like going through menopause..its felt in a whole list of dfferent ways throughout the body, including emotional..
Hey love
Below something i googled...seems that your on Premarin...most Drs will put menopausal women on it rightaway, and they dont do the individual tests and Rxs of hormones..
One thing i would recommend for you more then anything else right now is to educate yourself..Read the book that Suzanne Summers put out about hormones...she has the sexy years, and her recent one that really goes into the various choices of hormones, how they affect you etc...
Bottom line is it is your body and you have to know what your putting in it, and be aware of your choices...menopause doesnt have to be the worst time in a womans life if she can control her hormones and understands whats happening to her body..
As i mentioned in my first post, having your ovaries removed is like being thrust into menopause..
please read the Suxzanne Summers book(s) honey..if you cant find it let me know..
Cenestin
Generic Name: conjugated estrogens (KON joo gay ted ES troe jenz)
Brand Names: Cenestin, Premarin
What are conjugated estrogens?
Estrogen is a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for many processes in the body.
Conjugated estrogens are a mixture of estrogen hormones used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation. Other uses include prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, and replacement of estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body. Conjugated estrogens are sometimes used as part of cancer treatment in women and men.
Conjugated estrogens should not be used to prevent heart disease or dementia, because this medication may actually increase your risk of developing these conditions.
Conjugated estrogens may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
How should I take conjugated estrogens?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Conjugated estrogens are sometimes taken on a daily basis. For certain conditions, the medication is given in a cycle, such as 3 weeks on followed by 1 week off. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take this medication with a full glass of water.
You may take conjugated estrogens with or without food. Try to take the medicine at the same time each day.
Have regular physical exams and self-examine your breasts for lumps on a monthly basis while using conjugated estrogens.
It is important to take conjugated estrogens regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.
To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your thyroid function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking conjugated estrogens. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
This medication can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using conjugated estrogens.
Store conjugated estrogens at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the medicine container tightly closed.
What should I avoid while taking conjugated estrogens?
Do not smoke while using this medication. Smoking can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack caused by conjugated estrogens.
What are the possible side effects of conjugated estrogens?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop taking this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling;
sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
sudden headache, confusion, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
pain or swelling in your lower leg;
abnormal vaginal bleeding;
migraine headache;
pain, swelling, or tenderness in your stomach;
confusion, problems with memory or concentration;
jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet; or
a breast lump.
Continue taking conjugated estrogens and talk to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:
mild nausea, vomiting, bloating, stomach cramps;
breast pain, tenderness, or swelling;
freckles or darkening of facial skin;
increased hair growth, loss of scalp hair;
changes in weight or appetite;
problems with contact lenses;
vaginal itching or discharge;
changes in your menstrual periods, decreased sex drive; or
headache, nervousness, dizziness, tired feeling.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Dont let these side effects scare you love, they have to mention them all even if they are rare...
Hope you find the Summers book, and have access to a good Naturalpath Dr.
Hugs
Ali..
Below something i googled...seems that your on Premarin...most Drs will put menopausal women on it rightaway, and they dont do the individual tests and Rxs of hormones..
One thing i would recommend for you more then anything else right now is to educate yourself..Read the book that Suzanne Summers put out about hormones...she has the sexy years, and her recent one that really goes into the various choices of hormones, how they affect you etc...
Bottom line is it is your body and you have to know what your putting in it, and be aware of your choices...menopause doesnt have to be the worst time in a womans life if she can control her hormones and understands whats happening to her body..
As i mentioned in my first post, having your ovaries removed is like being thrust into menopause..
please read the Suxzanne Summers book(s) honey..if you cant find it let me know..
Cenestin
Generic Name: conjugated estrogens (KON joo gay ted ES troe jenz)
Brand Names: Cenestin, Premarin
What are conjugated estrogens?
Estrogen is a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for many processes in the body.
Conjugated estrogens are a mixture of estrogen hormones used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation. Other uses include prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, and replacement of estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body. Conjugated estrogens are sometimes used as part of cancer treatment in women and men.
Conjugated estrogens should not be used to prevent heart disease or dementia, because this medication may actually increase your risk of developing these conditions.
Conjugated estrogens may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
How should I take conjugated estrogens?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Conjugated estrogens are sometimes taken on a daily basis. For certain conditions, the medication is given in a cycle, such as 3 weeks on followed by 1 week off. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take this medication with a full glass of water.
You may take conjugated estrogens with or without food. Try to take the medicine at the same time each day.
Have regular physical exams and self-examine your breasts for lumps on a monthly basis while using conjugated estrogens.
It is important to take conjugated estrogens regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.
To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your thyroid function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking conjugated estrogens. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
This medication can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using conjugated estrogens.
Store conjugated estrogens at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the medicine container tightly closed.
What should I avoid while taking conjugated estrogens?
Do not smoke while using this medication. Smoking can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack caused by conjugated estrogens.
What are the possible side effects of conjugated estrogens?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop taking this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling;
sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
sudden headache, confusion, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
pain or swelling in your lower leg;
abnormal vaginal bleeding;
migraine headache;
pain, swelling, or tenderness in your stomach;
confusion, problems with memory or concentration;
jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet; or
a breast lump.
Continue taking conjugated estrogens and talk to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:
mild nausea, vomiting, bloating, stomach cramps;
breast pain, tenderness, or swelling;
freckles or darkening of facial skin;
increased hair growth, loss of scalp hair;
changes in weight or appetite;
problems with contact lenses;
vaginal itching or discharge;
changes in your menstrual periods, decreased sex drive; or
headache, nervousness, dizziness, tired feeling.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Dont let these side effects scare you love, they have to mention them all even if they are rare...
Hope you find the Summers book, and have access to a good Naturalpath Dr.
Hugs
Ali..
Shelley
Bump...dont want you to think I didnt post you back...sorry if I missed you..
Hope your alright..
A
Bump...dont want you to think I didnt post you back...sorry if I missed you..
Hope your alright..
A
Ali,
Thanks for the info and advice. I have heard Suzanne Somers talking in interviews about all she went through with breast cancer and all she learned about hormones. I think I will get her book. She's against synthetic hormones, right? I definitly need to educate myself instead of just taking the word of my male doctor. It seems like he just pushes whatever the drug reps have brought in as samples. Thanks again!
Shelly
Thanks for the info and advice. I have heard Suzanne Somers talking in interviews about all she went through with breast cancer and all she learned about hormones. I think I will get her book. She's against synthetic hormones, right? I definitly need to educate myself instead of just taking the word of my male doctor. It seems like he just pushes whatever the drug reps have brought in as samples. Thanks again!
Shelly
