Anxiety and depression

[PrudenceDear]

I’m 45 and have been on kliofem for about 15 months now. Was peri from about age 37 although took a long time to identify.

For the past 3 years I’ve suffered with anxiety although it was very occasional. This past year it’s got very bad. I’ve had a tough year emotionally but I should be feeling more settled now. The anxiety is so bad some days I struggle with the simplest things. I feel totally overwhelmed most of the time, just want to hide away and cry. No one to talk to about this and very lonely. Confidence at rock bottom. Struggling each day to be positive.

I was in the same boat a year ago at 41. I was depressed and almost suicidal. I couldn’t recognize myself and the only thing that helps me is hrt! Back to normal! :)

The hrt helped hugely initially but the past few months it doesn’t seem to be anymore

Hi Prudence, I didn't want to read and run so just to let you know you are not on your own, don't feel lonely. I'm struggling myself at the moment (44) and been peri for 2 years. The only change I have seen is my periods all over the show and my anxiety worsen but this week has gone through the roof. I'm struggling with everything, talking even writing and I know its anxiety but I can't just get to grip. It's been a few days now and I'm starting to feel my body calm down. I feel exhausted and depressed with it all. I also have 2 small children so feel like I am letting them down so much. I hope your feeling much better soon

Maybe just give to it more time Pru or you need higher dose.

Thanks ladies. Sorry to hear you’re having a rough time too viva.

I’m feeling a bit better today and hoping the weekend helps. I also have children so juggling them, the house and recently back to working full time is just such a struggle. And I really hate the job which I think is possibly the trigger for it. It’s quite a restrictive role and I’m only a small way into learning the ropes. It’s very lonely.