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I had a full hysterectomy when I was 36 years old, and I went straight on HRT for 10 years. I decided to stop taking HRT as I was experiencing symptoms anyway. The last 8 years have been quite awful. Can you help me?
A total hysterectomy plunges you straight into a full menopause and this in itself puts tremendous strain on the body's nervous system.
Taking HRT can often help to minimise this up to a point. However, when you then stop taking HRT, especially if you did it quickly, this can cause severe problems.
HRT basically fools the body into thinking that there are high levels of hormones, however, your own natural levels will be very low due to the hysterectomy. So, when you come off HRT, the hormone levels plunge again often giving many symptoms.
This again stresses the nervous system and if your nervous system never fully recovered from the operation then coming off HRT will stress it further leading to what is called Adrenal Fatigue. This gives rise to symptoms such as fatigue, low mood, hot flushes/night sweats, joint pain and many similar menopause-like symptoms!
I would suggest going to see either a Naturopath, Acupuncturist or Nutritional Therapist. as they could offer a treatment plan for you, and the necessary support.
You can find practitioners through www.BANT.org.uk, www.NIMH.org.uk, and www.naturopathy-uk.com
Eileen Durward
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