Anxiety - perimenopausal?

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C1239 · 08/05/2023 18:59

Early 40s and seem to be struggling with anxiety much more than normal. Do you think this could be linked to possibly being perimenopausal? Any tips to deal with it better?

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HeartandSeoul · 08/05/2023 19:11

I could have written this post! I’m 42yrs old and my anxiety is really bad. I’ve doubled my meds, but it’s made no difference. I’m about to sign up for CBT. It was only after I spoke to the GP that I made the link with perimenopause (I’ve not been officially told I am perimenopausal, but have SO many symptoms).
I hope you find something that helps.

HeartandSeoul · 08/05/2023 19:12

I forgot to add, anxiety is definitely a symptom of perimenopause 🙁(one of many!).

Monkeytapper · 08/05/2023 19:12

I started with HRT patches 4 months ago, I’m 44 and had all the symptoms including anxiety which has eased now.

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C1239 · 09/05/2023 21:31

How do you know if the anxiety is due to péri menopausal or for other reasons?

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AnotherCasserole · 09/05/2023 22:12

HRT has made a real difference to me (month three now). I still find work overwhelming sometimes but don't feel like crying about it now!

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