Sertraline for menopause

[Siany78]

Hi, this is my first post. I was diagnosed with a borderline tumour in June 21 following a total abdominal hysterectomy. My consultant doesn't want me to take oestrogen so HRT is out of equation. My GP has prescribed Sertraline for flushes. I started them today and have had nausea and a little bit of running to loo. Has anyone been prescribed this medication, and if so did you get side effects a few hours later? I ask because I am due to go to hospital tomorrow as I have been experiencing a little pain in my lower right side for a couple of days and now I'm panicking because this has started today. Any help greatly appreciated.

Thank you 😊

[OvacomeSupport Partner My Ovacome Team]

Dear Siany78,

Thank you very much for your post. I’m sorry to hear that you have been feeling unwell after taking your new medication. I would encourage you to speak to your GP or 111 to make them aware of the symptoms you are experiencing so that they can give you appropriate advice.

We are here if you would like to talk anything through. You can contact the support service via this forum, by calling 0800 008 7054 or by emailing [e-mail].

Best wishes,

Cathryn

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[Realistic]

Sorry you've got side effects, your at the hospital tomorrow hopefully they will give you some answers. Or try ringing your team for adviseHope things get better, sometimes drugs do need to settle on our systems let hope it's that.

Sending love & hugs SheilaFxxx

[Siany78 in reply to Realistic]

Thank you so much for your reply. I think a lot is psychological because all the other things have happened since I called the hospital on Monday and they asked me to go in. It's very early in my journey so I am still trying to get my head around everything and trying not to panic at every niggle. I also think I have been doing too much and it may have come back to bite me on the bum. Thank you for your kind message x

[Desertrose62]

Hi Siany, I also had a tummy upset and nausea when I started sertraline. Months on I feel great on it.

All the best with your hospital stay.

[Siany78 in reply to Desertrose62]

Thank you so much for your reply. Currently waiting for my appointment. Fingers crossed all okay x

[Caravangirl1]

Hi, I'm in the same boat and was diagnosed with a borderline tumour although I was given HRT. There seems to be no continuity between any doctors. I'm not taking sertraline however I did have right side pain after my completion surgery and was assured that this was from scar tissue. If possible, try not to panic x

[Siany78 in reply to Caravangirl1]

Thank you so much. The doctor said pretty much the same as you, likely to be scar tissues and adhesions as I had the added complication of a blood clot and infection. She had a feel all around the area. They have done a blood test for markers, just to give me peace of mind. Thank you for your reply ☺️

[Elsp1925]

Hi, the only thing I know about Sertraline is that it was prescribed for my husband for Altzeimers. It’s supposed to improved me of. He had what I refer to as explosive bowel movements that were foul smelling. Best wishes to you.

[Siany78 in reply to Elsp1925]

Thank you for replying. Best wishes to you also ☺️