Re: OT - hormones - lady type stuff.....

December 20, 2000

Corky -

I guess it's either something growing on my ovary (I don't like that option),

a thyroid problem, or something causing my ovaries to not put out the

hormones necessary for normal function. I learned a bit more about the

female anatomy today - I think that kind of stuff just isn't talked about

like it should be.

I went wacko (big time) on Birth control pills, and just couldn't take them

for very long at all. It's odd now - I just plain skipped a period in

December - yet had three in November.... But it's not like I skipped PMS....

I'm thinking of getting a bumper sticker that says " I have a hormonal

disorder - please drive carefully " . Cuz I can be totally explosive over

something really minor!!!

Terri

December 21, 2000

Oh Terri, what do they think is going on? I was on progesterone for four

years, I hated it.

corky

OT - hormones - lady type stuff.....

> Hi guys -

>

> Went to the OB/Gyn doc today. I've got some sort of hormonal thing going

> on, and the end result is I'm on Progesterone for a while. 5 days now,

and

> then again monthly to get things back where they're supposed to be. I

know

> many of you know the side effects of this - and I just can't weight!!!!

> (pun intended).

>

> They weighed me up at the office (in spite of all my begging) and I was at

> 166!!!!! I was 155 a few weeks ago.... I don't think it's possible to

> acquire all that by eating, especially since I'd been pretty good. (Not

> counting that shake I had for my laryngitis - I was desperate). The ups

> and downs that I've been feeling are a corner of hell - period. I'm

> extremely bloated, retaining water, the usual - and I haven't even started

> the pills yet!

>

> Now - I don't mean to whine - too may of you have more difficult things to

> deal with than me. But this is a pain in the butt.....

>

> I had some blood tests done, and am scheduled for an ultrasound on the 4th

of

> January. Of course, the husband has his own cure (why do they think sex

> cures everything?????).

>

> Terri

> 182/who knows?/145

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December 21, 2000

Terri - did they do blood work to determine that you are low on hormones?

December 21, 2000

I was on the patch for 6 weeks and had a horrid pain in my leg so I took it

off and the pain went away . I smoked then too. I did not want to have

periods either so I did not bother with HRT.

NNN

December 21, 2000

Teri,

You have my sympathy. It's not fair that women have to have all

these problems. I hope your ultrasound comes out good and you don't

have to be on Progesterone for too long. I understand the ups and

downs. The holidays are depressing enough for me, but I've been

fortunate this year for it to be TOM for Thanksgiving & Christmas. My

hormones are out of control. I am thinking of going back on

anti-depressents which I quit about a month after going on Atkins.

Don't feel bad, my husband is the same way. I just wish I was

interested. I feel so old!

Hang in there!

Barbara

>Went to the OB/Gyn doc today. I've got some sort of hormonal thing going

>on, and the end result is I'm on Progesterone for a while. 5 days now, and

>then again monthly to get things back where they're supposed to be. I know

>many of you know the side effects of this - and I just can't weight!!!!

>(pun intended).

>

>They weighed me up at the office (in spite of all my begging) and I was at

>166!!!!! I was 155 a few weeks ago.... I don't think it's possible to

>acquire all that by eating, especially since I'd been pretty good. (Not

>counting that shake I had for my laryngitis - I was desperate). The ups

>and downs that I've been feeling are a corner of hell - period. I'm

>extremely bloated, retaining water, the usual - and I haven't even started

>the pills yet!

>

>Now - I don't mean to whine - too may of you have more difficult things to

>deal with than me. But this is a pain in the butt.....

>

>I had some blood tests done, and am scheduled for an ultrasound on the 4th of

>January. Of course, the husband has his own cure (why do they think sex

>cures everything?????).

>

>Terri

>182/who knows?/145

December 21, 2000

In a message dated 12/21/2000 1:32:09 AM Pacific Standard Time,

RobinPurtee@... writes:

<< Terri - did they do blood work to determine that you are low on hormones?

>>

Robin -

Yesterday they did a FSH (to see where I am with respect to menopause) and a

TSH to see if my thyroid is acting up.... The guy who drew my blood said

the results would be in last night, but I'm sure it takes some time to get

the results actually in the hands of the doctor. I was hoping to hear

something today, but who knows. I'd like to know what's going on with this

weight thing......

The doctor was just guessing now - without any real results to go by. I

started the Progesterone last night, and I still look like I'm about 5 months

pregnant..... I guess I'm to take it for 5 days, then stop, which should

get a period going.

Terri

December 21, 2000

In a message dated 12/21/2000 3:58:19 AM Pacific Standard Time, beez@...

writes:

<< I am thinking of going back on

anti-depressents which I quit about a month after going on Atkins. >>

Barbara -

The doctor did suggest these too - but I was on those many years ago for

" post-concussion headaches " . I found I hated that fuzzy feeling, and quit

them - thinking I could handle the headaches on my own.

For this purpose, I didn't like using those pills. They're a god-send for

people in the pits of depression, and they work for PMS - but I didn't want

to try that just yet - at least until I see just what the physical problem is

(if there is one).....

I feel old too - but I feel blessed too - I have actually lived long enough

to be talking about menopause!

I was listening to Venus this morning on the " Today " show - sheesh.

She just signed a 40 million dollar deal with Reebok, and her comment was

" I've worked hard all my life, and I deserve everything I'm getting " .

That's another plus of middle age - we've got the experience to act like real

human beings!!!

Terri

December 21, 2000

Oh you have my sympathies. I am perimenopausal so I understand. How old

are you again?

corky

Re: OT - hormones - lady type stuff.....

> Corky -

>

> I guess it's either something growing on my ovary (I don't like that

option),

> a thyroid problem, or something causing my ovaries to not put out the

> hormones necessary for normal function. I learned a bit more about the

> female anatomy today - I think that kind of stuff just isn't talked about

> like it should be.

>

> I went wacko (big time) on Birth control pills, and just couldn't take

them

> for very long at all. It's odd now - I just plain skipped a period in

> December - yet had three in November.... But it's not like I skipped

PMS....

>

> I'm thinking of getting a bumper sticker that says " I have a hormonal

> disorder - please drive carefully " . Cuz I can be totally explosive over

> something really minor!!!

>

> Terri

>

> Please visit our homepage at http://members.xoom.com/AChallengers

> You will find information, recipes, before and after pictures.

> To contact the list owner please send mail to lindag@...

> Visit our 2000 Train Tour Site -

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>

December 21, 2000

In a message dated 12/21/2000 9:44:46 AM Pacific Standard Time,

bocock@... writes:

<< Did the dr tell you that the FSH test is not always a true reading? Mine

won't even do it. >>

Joya -

I'd heard that before, but not from her - from WebMD. I know - I'll keep

that in mind when I hear the results. haven't heard anything yet,

though.....

Terri

December 21, 2000

> Yesterday they did a FSH (to see where I am with respect to menopause) and

a

> TSH to see if my thyroid is acting up

Did the dr tell you that the FSH test is not always a true reading? Mine

won't even do it.

Joya

December 21, 2000

Boy, oh Boy Terri - Do I ever know what you mean. I have been an A1,

Number One Bitch for the past 2 months. I know it is hormonal, but I don't

want to go on any hormone therapy. I have friends that LIVE on the patch.

My DH has been wonderful, but he finally came to his breaking point this

morning. We sat in a freezing car and had a long heart-to-heart. So, for

the past 5 hours we have gotten a long very well (we'll see how long it

lasts).

I have told my doctor for 3 years that I am going through menopause and

can tell exactly when I ovulate. He basically laughed and said I was too

young. I have had 2 ovarian sonograms and neither showed any problems.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Susie

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December 21, 2000

In a message dated 12/21/00 12:42:12 PM Eastern Standard Time,

bocock@... writes:

<< Yesterday they did a FSH (to see where I am with respect to menopause) and

>>

Is this anything like the " rabbit test " ?????? LOL

December 21, 2000

In a message dated 12/21/2000 5:54:37 PM Pacific Standard Time,

persi52@... writes:

<< Is this anything like the " rabbit test " ?????? LOL >>

My husband asked the same thing - especially since I'm so bloated I *look*

pregnant.... I told him I'd welcome pregnancy - this is harder.....

Terri

December 21, 2000

In a message dated 12/21/2000 5:54:37 PM Pacific Standard Time,

persi52@... writes:

<< Is this anything like the " rabbit test " ?????? LOL >>

My husband asked the same thing - especially since I'm so bloated I *look*

pregnant.... I told him I'd welcome pregnancy - this is harder.....

Terri

December 22, 2000

a - how old are you? I thought you were alot younger than

perimenopausal?

December 22, 2000

You know, even in real life they think I am quite a bit younger than I am.

Must be because I don't have kids, or am childish or something. I have a

BIG birthday coming up and it isn't 40.

corky

Re: OT - hormones - lady type stuff.....

> a - how old are you? I thought you were alot younger than

> perimenopausal?

>

> Please visit our homepage at http://members.xoom.com/AChallengers

> You will find information, recipes, before and after pictures.

> To contact the list owner please send mail to lindag@...

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>

December 22, 2000

You know, even in real life they think I am quite a bit younger than I am.

Must be because I don't have kids, or am childish or something. I have a

BIG birthday coming up and it isn't 40.

corky

Re: OT - hormones - lady type stuff.....

> a - how old are you? I thought you were alot younger than

> perimenopausal?

>

> Please visit our homepage at http://members.xoom.com/AChallengers

> You will find information, recipes, before and after pictures.

> To contact the list owner please send mail to lindag@...

> Visit our 2000 Train Tour Site -

http://www.brunnet.net/k & l/web_site_train_tour/actraintour.htm

>

December 22, 2000

Susie I started having hot flashes when I was about 40 . I am 53 now and

through periods so I know a hot flash when I have them. The doctors told me

too that I was not going through the change but I knew I was. Towards 50 I

would not have as many periods in winter and as I have said before just like

an old hen who gets light, in the summer I started laying eggs. And this is

when I would have my blood tested and of course it said I was menopausal.

And the worst part about those moods was I would be so crabby and then

realize why. I only took the patch for 6 weeks. I suffered but it was worth

it . I saw what they do here in Canada to those poor pregnant mares.

Glad that you were able to discuss this with your DH .

NNN

December 22, 2000