Possible menopause

[Bonnie1986]

So I will be 37 in July, I went to the drs as had some bleeding after sex. Smears are all up to date and the GP isn't concerned about anything serious. It was a one off and not experienced this since. I have had hot flashes, night sweats, irritability, brain fog, forgetting things, mood swings, increased anxiety and low mood among other things. The Gp is testing me for early onset menopause. I have pcos and had previously had letrozole to try and get pregnant. Had a positive 2 years ago, bled and then not had any luck since. We have been trying for 6 years. I suppose I am just wondering if anyone has experienced this and what support there is. I have mixed emotions about the possibility of going through this now. I've struggled with infertility and all I ever wanted was a family. Now I am scared that the GP think I am starting menopause. Just not sure how to deal with this. I know it's early days as I have to wait to have bloods and a scan due to the PCOS. I think I am just preparing myself and would love to hear how others may have coped with this.

[Platy]

Wishing you the very best and hoping you are doing ok.

Be kind to yourself and find enjoyment and some laughter I hope.

In case of use: Given all the circumstances if you want your own genetic child checking for other relevant medical treatment seems appropriate. If your GP has not actioned this already, I would ask them to asap. A route that one can also consider is adoption. I have 2 adopted cousins, shared a house with a friend who was adopted & one of my daughter’s friends is adopted. Process takes time but can create a loving unit for child and parents. Fostering may also be worth exploring.

Take care of yourself and good luck.

[Platy]

Wondering if it is ‘Snowybell’ who you might be able to share insight, err ‘most helpfully’, with. She has a post from 4 months ago, but has been replying to others since.

All the best…