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Menopause was one of the biggest physical challenges of my life
Menopause was one of the biggest physical challenges of my life. I am female, began experiencing menopausal symptoms of missing periods and hot flashes at age 54. The periods became sporadic. Menstruation was normal, except for the very few months I would miss.
The hot flashes were severe, and lasted from 30 to 90 seconds. I would soak through tee-shirts with sweat several times per night. My physician wanted to recommend estrogen but I did not want to take it due to potential cancer risk.
Menopause is a natural part of life, even if it is uncomfortable. The symptoms stayed with me for almost two years. Finally, late in my 56th year, I quit having periods. I could hardly believe it.
The hot flashes and night sweats were extreme, but I took some natural substances which did help: black cohosh (Cimicufuga racemosa), and valerian root to calm my nerves.
Black Cohosh has been used by more than 1.7 million women in Europe and Australia to treat menopausal symptoms according to the Life Extension Disease and Prevention book, my main guide to herbals. Read the rest of this entry »
I am a female who suffered through menopause which began at the age of 44
I am a female who suffered through menopause which began at the age of 44. It began with hot flashes which became more and more frequent.
I would feel anxious and also suffer through hot flashes, especially during the night.
I believe they call this night sweats. I did not seek help through a doctor but did turn to friends who were either experiencing it at the time or had already made it through.
On one recommendation, I went to the health store (GNC) and purchased some Yam Cream. Read the rest of this entry »