Just CBA, should I up the HRT?

[littlebabycheeses99]

Hello

I had a hysterectomy about 4 years ago which accelerated the menopause for me. Was quickly put on patches after lots of symptoms - migraines, hot flushes etc. Feeling much better now, however I would say in the last year or so my motivation and tolerance has just gone out the window!

I just CBA to socialise (stopped drinking anyway) so say no to most social things (unless they involve walking or lunch). I work for myself at home and I have no motivation to do that anymore, so I'm definitely not working as hard as I should and therefore not earning what I should either.

I've got a massive list of things to do in the house - nope, CBA. We need to book a holiday somewhere, and whereas before I'd be keen to research and book something, I just CBA doing that either.

I've got so many ideas in my head of things that I'd like to do (learn a new language for example) but no, CBA with that.

I know this isn't me as I've always been quite motivated! My libido is non existent too - can definitely not be arsed with that side of things!

Is it worth trying to up the HRT or should I just accept the above?

Why don't you get a private blood test done to see what's happening? I've just had one done with Medicheck (Well Woman one) and it's actually rallied my GP to start taking me seriously. I've had a hysterectomy, plus ovaries out, and my estrogen levels are 163, should be over 200, ideally 250 plus. Low iron was also picked up, high cholesterol, plus a few other things so I've been referred....finally.

@littlebabycheeses99 if the HRT is not managing your symptoms then yes you need to increase or if on the max dose try a different type x

You should definitely go back to the gp .

it may or may not hormone related . They need to eliminate other causes too .