Oestrogel pumpage!

[Unomum21]

Hi all, currently on 2 pumps of gel (have the coil) since December.

Generally was feeling better, but the tiredness and brain fog has come back with vengeance. I feel like everyday I'm on a countdown to 2pm before I hit a wall. Anyway, can I up the pumps or do I need to speak to GP?

Thanks all.

No, you can increase up to 4 pumps.

Thanks, I'll try that.

I had to increase to 3 pumps after a few months of 2 pumps as it seemed to stop working. 3 pumps made all the difference & I’ve been on 3 pumps about 12 months now.

@Unomum21 You can increase the dose BUT for women without the coil there is guidance that the progesterone may need increasing too.

As you've got a Mirena you should be okay!

Thanks, I'm hoping 3-4 pumps will help me out!

I’m on 3 pumps. Two took the edge off but I needed the third to feel I was back on my perch.