Women of certain age...advice please!

[Missd66]

I'm 58 and have Hashimoto's, (along with PA, fybro, diabetes etc). I'm on both Levo & Lio, and have been on a progesterone only pill for years. My GP wants to discuss me coming off the pill and has made an appointment for December. Until now I've been able to persuade the nurse, who does my 6 monthly reviews, to keep me on it as I'm worried that stopping it will mess up my thyroid meds. Is stopping the pill likely to have a detrimental effect and mean my thyroid meds will need adjusting? It took a long time getting the right combination of dosing and brands so I really don't want to have to fix it if it ain't broke!

I'd like to be prepared for potential pitfalls or even the possibility that it might be a good thing?!

Any experiences/advice appreciated!

[sparkly]

Hi, when stopping the pill you might find you need to reduce your thyroid medication slightly. Are you thinking of going on hrt when you stop?

[Missd66 in reply to sparkly]

Hi Sparkly. I'd prefer not to if possible...

[sparkly in reply to Missd66]

Oh, I couldn't be without mine.. love it!

[Missd66 in reply to sparkly]

Lol! I'll have to research and weigh the pros and cons, so I'm prepared before I see the GP

[sparkly in reply to Missd66]

Oh absolutely do. It's not just for symptom relief now. It's for future bone, heart and brain health too. Menopause Support UK have a wealth of information and a great free guide you can read or download called Understanding Menopause

Dr Louise Newson podcasts are great source alongside her website and Balance app.

[Missd66]

Thank you. I will take a look! x