Menopause

[Iyalode26]

I have sickle cell disease but have been getting by with life so far. I recently turned fifty and experiencing frequent crisis. I linked this to be due to menopause. I don't know what else to do other than take pain killers prescribed by my doctor. anyone else going through this?

[LadyEL03]

Hello, sadly this happened to me too. Any hormonal changes can adversely affect many underlying health conditions, including sickle cell. I would just encourage you to eat as healthy a diet as possible, to keep well hydrated and to exercise. It's tough on us and that sickle cell pain is the worse. Best wishes to you

[Iyalode26 in reply to LadyEL03]

Thanks for your response. Looks like there’s little to do.