Hi all
I went to my GP last week as I’ve been struggling with anxiety, tearfulness, stress, and insomnia for a while now ( full time working lone parent with additional care responsibilities, financial stress etc)
As I’m already on Propranolol for hormonal migraines and also have gut issues at certain points in my cycle, I asked about the possibility of starting HRT as the migraines and gut issues show that my hormones are already having an impact on my health.
GP didn’t rule out HRT but asked me to consider Sertraline also. I’ve always thought that these meds were more for depression, but I’ve read that they can have a hugely positive impact on anxiety and emotional stability too.
However, when I’ve filled out the peri-menopause symptom questionnaire that the GP asked me to complete, I have ticked every single box. If HRT can help with the anxiety etc and also help with the other issues such as aches, skin issues, brain fog etc then that is hugely appealing. Or would the Sertraline be a better targeted approach to the issues affecting me most at this time?
if anyone has any experiences or thoughts they could share they would be most appreciated.