Hi I have a history of back pain due to bulges bit more recently joint pain in lower back. The consultant has said some degeneration found but everyone has that. We are now looking at more spinal injections and further treatment.I am in perimenopause and have been on hrt for 2 years. Everol Patches and progesterone. The flare up with my pain is worse now around my time of the month. To the point I have to literally do nothing around this time due to pain and spasms. (I also have endo).
I am starting to wonder if this is having an impact on my issues. My physio also thinks it's contributing. I am having aches and pains not had before also.
The menopause is all about hot sweats and anxiety but not much on joint pain. Looking into it I can see the drop in estrogen causes issues. Has anyone else experienced this an increase in symptoms as a result and at that time of month? If so any advice suggestions.
Up my dose for my patch? Supplements? Testertone?
I am under the care of the consultant for my back but want to make sure I am doing enough if this is more of an issue than I thought originally due to my history.