I was having terrible hot flushes every 40 minutes, day and night. My hair was falling out and I couldn't sleep. I was forgetful and I felt very low. I tried all natural methods, including yoga and supplements, but nothing worked so I was put on a medium dose of HRT. The symptoms quickly settled and I felt very well. However, after six months my hair has started to fall out again, my sleep is being disturbed, and I am having hot flushes several times a day and at neight, albeit not quite as severe as before. Why is this happening?

All through the menopause your hormonal balance can fluctuate tremendously and things such as stress, illness, physical exhaustion, or diet/lifestyle, can put added pressure on the body resulting in a change or worsening of symptoms.

It could be that your HRT is no longer helping enough and your symptoms are 'breaking through'. I would recommend that you go back to your doctor and let them know.

There are various forms of HRT and it may be you need to review your situation now.

Eileen Durward

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