Lack of energy in Menopause

Same here

Dont have any suggestion but passing through same. No motivation

I’m 54. Yes I can relate to everything you have said. I am going to discuss HRT with my doctor because I am fed up of feeling like I do and you hear so much about how great you feel again once on HRT

I can absolutely identify with those feelings and almost a feeling of not being “in control” of your thoughts/emotional reactions. I’m 37 and completed chemo radiation in October 2021…which plummeted me into premature menopause. I have struggled with depression, anxiety and ADHD for as long as I can remember. My best advice to you is to check out radical acceptance (Tara Brach is my fave in this arena) and/or Self Compassion (Kristin Neff is amazing). Nice to read your post and know I’m not alone with these wild mood variations. The hot flashes are absolutely terrible too- do you have these? Nice to meet you ☺️ take care

I feel like this today. I find a list helps as I have to get through the list before I give myself a break.

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I think I'd get a second opinion and/or a new doctor! Most people do *not* have to stop HRT, and if you're still struggling with symptoms your dose needs to be looked at (possibly increased!).
Please don't allow yourself to be bullied into inadequate care and treatment ❤

Pop over to our M-brace The Change group here on Peanut - we've got lots of resources and evidence-based information available there to help you get the treatment you need and deserve 🙂❤

I think the dose or type may be wrong or testosterone may be needed. Noone mentions the link between testosterone mood confidence and motivation, anxiety, muscle strength just the libido link.

You have described exactly what I have been going through…I am now on HRT gel I have upped my dose and it has helped… it’s such a shame that we just can’t seem to enjoy life.. as ladies we have been through periods ( and some are still going through this) childbirth running a house caring for everyone except ourselves.. then bang the menopause hits us.. some seem to fly through it and others go through hell.
Groups like this help x

Do the Gabapentin helps

Thanks sharon i read the guide on testosterone on link above and really informative. I asked for testosterone and my doctor said i couldnt have it and it only effects libido and she couldnt prescribe it off licence. Your tips are very handy!

Tostran 2% Gel

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I suffer with fibromyalgia.. I tried gabapentin it didn’t agree with me… I take paracetamol and ibuprofen for my pain…

I am always tired and not as motivated as I used to be. Feel like I need a nap all the time never had that before.

Yes

Yes all the time

No energy no enthusiasm just leave me alone

I am 44 years old and I feel like that a whole lot now. It's been a year I have been feeling like that too. I am so exhausted already. I rarely have good days, all I ever feel almost daily is aches and pain. I don't take any vitamins except for my iron pills because I am now anemic. I take 325mg 3 times a day.
I have no idea what vitamins to take. But yes, I totally understand how you feel.
I miss having good days with no pain.

The symptoms you are having are normal so firstly be kind to yourself 💜 2 start with your vitamins and minerals get them checked out. 3. its so important that we maintaine a good balanced diet. Understanding that what worked for us once may not be working now and lastly how is your sleep routien and stress levels. It seems a lot to work on but small things can have a big impact . And your are worth it xx 💜

No, but Idid drink a lot of coffee and tea to get me through the day. If I was achy, I used the generic form of Excedrin. I still have spotting, and it usually comes about 25 to 30 days, around the same days of the month, my MD is aware, I have not had headaches, as I used to. I am past Menopause. Certain Menopausal problems run in families.

I feel exactly the same and I tried HRT but I just felt like I was on my period all the time , bloated, craving sugar and more tearful than usual. My brain fog and not feeling present is what I struggle with the most . Trying to go to work feeling like this is so difficult. I like to find out if there is any vitamin or natural remedy to help with this, if anybody is using anything that helps I’d appreciate it if you could share it with me 😊 xx

Dr. Michael Barnthouse is an excellent hormone specialist. I would schedule an appointment with him on getting your labs checked and treatment.

Hi, I'm 52 and feel exactly the same. I'm not so tired but definitely have a lack of get up and go and have lost my enthusiasm and mo Jo. I'm not on HRT and managing the Menopause naturally but with The help of Menopace. For me, it's the brain fog, memory loss and aching joints that really affect me. X

Yes. I lack energy. I don’t have any tips yet.

Wow reading that it is actually just how I’m feeling in only 38 and been told I’m started peri menopause Just started HRT was fine on the first 2 weeks but stopped taking for 2 week break I could have killed someone I was so angry at everything the slightest thing ticked me off

Exactly how I feel now

Lack of energy all day and sleepy unfocused and lethargic and lying awake at quarter past midnight desperately trying to sleep but gave up and picked my phone up because tossing and turning is driving me
Crazy. Have to be up at 6:30 it’s just rotten!!! All of it!!!!

Oh Jo I feel you, I'm the same its just horrible trying to push through each day. I just want my old self back.
Ive just had my bloods checked and I'm low in folate so on folic acid for 4 months hope that helps a bit. X

Same, it's so depressing, have had a bad couple of days just feeling worn out and I feel guilty for feeling constantly tired😭have started taking vitamins

I completely identify with how you are feeling! The lack of energy and motivation is overwhelming! I always thought as I approached 50 I would feel more self assured and confident but it’s the opposite which has pissed me off tbh! Your post was definitely not boring it’s nice to know we are not alone regarding how we feel. Thanks for sharing it’s helped me today 😊

I feel exactly the same way! Just waiting for this life to end at times. Corona has increased this and it is unbearable.

I have given up on HRT it’s just not working I am now on vitamins. It’s finding the energy isn’t it? But when I do find the energy and exercise I feel so much better and I think more positively.

Energy… what is that.. I don’t seem to have any any more and it’s frustrating and hell…. Also what I have noticed is I seem to be clumsy… knocking over things when reaching for something…bumping into things that normally just wouldn’t happen not bad bumping but misjudging things… am I the only one 🥴

I feel the same. I seem to few more anxious frustrated and depressed than I have ever before. I am also
more emotional which is really annoying lol. Had complete
Hysterectomy 6 years ago due to endometriosis so unsure if this is menopause or not. Going on hrt today anyway. Already take a ton of vitamins. Don’t get me started on hair loss!! Anyone else have that problem. ?

Totally get what ur saying I’m going through peri menopause which is just the start but the last 8 months have been hell I started thinking I’m going crazy memory issues which scared me to be honest I also use to go the gym 3 times a week but now no interest and my sleep pattern as gone crazy I thought all these feelings that wanna hide away from everyone and just be left alone I thought it was just me but reading people posts make me feel I’m not alone but lately everyday is hard work

I’m sorry you’re all feeling like this, it really is a desperate ly difficult time, I’m the same, I literally thought it’s depression and anxiety, I don’t even want to leave the house these days.. has anyone tried HRT? I’m a worried about going on it but two years in to menopause and can honestly say I know who I am anymore, I was so active but now I have pain in my joints , lethargy , I could sleep for hours in the morning but struggle to sleep at night because of being too hot then too cold ,I’m battling with the bed clothes all night.. at least we know we’re not alone xx

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Oh wow ladies, I feel your pain, I had hysterectomy at 31, I'm 54 now. Its being a long haul. Not going to bore you but have other issues, so took doctors a bit of time to help with menapause. Lots and lots of water and more of wine lol. I've no advice as everyone finds their own, what works for them. Don't listen to doctors, do what suits you best. For me it was (is) primrose oil, multi vitamin especially for woman. Showers at 3 in the morning, crying thr old movies. I'm on Vagifem. Just found this yesterday so finding my way round. Just know we are not alone.. Cheers to all. Pet hate about this, weight weight... 😭🥂

Yeah the weight gain around my middle was the shocker, I’m sure it happened one night😂 I was size 10 pre menopause now my waist has vanished and I have more rolls than greggs 😂😂

Yes same no energy , my mum laughs at me cause all i say is i cant be bothered ha, its awful feeling like this though , hope it gets better for you xx

I’m struggling two years post hysterectomy feel like a different person now and I don’t like it much, grumpy, tired and no motivation. Gained weight and need to get my life back x

It's great that we're not alone in all of this but it really sucks that we're all in this. Condolences y'all.

Hi, when my exhaustion and pain hits, I cannot function. I find Guarana tea helps. I try to schedule times to sleep more.

I get the exhaustion and when the hot flashes start I can’t function at all. My mind goes blank.

Yes, simply put.

I am 15 months into menopause,I started on femseven conti in November 2021 only problem is that they don’t stick well At all. Slept better than I have in years although I still never slept right through the night always need the toilet . Hot flushes have 99% gone. Only problem is femseven conti are unavailable at the moment due to manufacture problem so am now on evorel conti which are changed twice weekly rather than once on fem seven conti, just lately I feel so tired lost my get up & go, I get anxiety & joints ache as well , so have just started taking evening primrose oil, vitamin C & D

So sorry for not replying, I’m just getting over Covid 2 weeks ago! But seems to be lingering for me! Hope your all keeping well xxx

Thank you all for your replies! I will make sure I read them through! It’s clear to say that we are all feeling long the same as how I’ve described! The lack of enthusiasm, no directions of going forward, simple things can be overwhelming! No patience, feeling angry at times, not interested in how I look anymore! I do feel like the light switch been turned off & the old me was switched many moons ago! Sounds dramatic but it’s my every day life and how I feel! I send you all lots of love, hugs & patience 🥰🥰🥰