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I have had many symptoms and put it down to thyroid. I was hesitant to go on HRT because of my cancer history. I paid to go private using the Menopause guru as I wanted comprehensive knowledge and advice - not sure I’m allowed to say name). It was 300 quid well spent. 2 months in feel and I feel so much better. Aches, pains gone. Memory fog getting better. Low mood better. Sex drive back (TMI -sorry)! It’s worth exploring as an avenue x

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This is great news Ivy Boo. Im delighted your symptoms have been alleviated by HRT. As many members testify, peri menopause and hypothyroidism symptoms overlap. For this reason it’s always best to recheck thyroid levels & key vitamins before considering HRT.

You are right that named practitioners cannot be discussed within posts, only by private messsage.

As I’ve posted before, i would suggest that members who would like to know more about HRT medications & links to research articles look at the free Balance App: .healthunlocked.com/redirect... 

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