Fibroids in Perimenopause

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Hi everyone,

 

Excellent information on fibroids Andrew. Thank you!

 

Fibroids are very common in women during perimenopause (the years

that lead to actual menopause, but most don't realize they have them

without ultrasound testing.

 

A woman's cycle depends on a fine balance between progesterone and

estrogen. At perimenopause, a drop in progesterone occurs, signaling

the beginning of the menopause transition and the onset of symptoms.

The first usually being irregular periods and mood swings.

 

This drop is progesterone causes estrogen to go " unopposed " resulting

in estrogen dominance or an excess of estrogen. This excess can

quickly lead to uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and, if left

unbalanced for too long, breast cancer.

 

Fibroids, and estrogen dominance in general, can cause heavy,

prolonged and clotted bleeding. Because this occurs early in

perimenopause, women often don't realize that the bleeding they're

experiencing is related to their changing hormones. It can be pretty

scary, and usually sends them to the Dr.

 

Unfortunately, many MD's will automatically suggest the pill or

synthetic estrogen and progestin replacement therapy to regulate

cycles and bleeding. In actuality, more estrogen is the last thing

women need during this time!

 

All too often, a D & C or even a hysterectomy are recommended. Fibroids

shrink as your estrogen levels are balanced. As Andrew wrote, they

usually disappear altogether with the onset of actual menopause (a

full year without a period.) Sadly, thousands of hysterectomies have

been performed without truly being necessary. Or, symptoms are made

worst by adding more estrogen.

 

Hormonal balance and symptom relief is easily achieved by using a

high quality progesterone cream. I've scrutinized the ingredients on

many and have used several with both poor and great results. My

personal favorite is called " Organic Excellence " and is available in

many vitamin stores or online at: http://www.organicexcellence.com

They ship anywhere in the world, except Canada.

 

Menopause is a natural life transition experienced by every woman on

the planet. Please, empower yourselves with knowledge and only say

yes to synthetic drugs and intrusive surgeries as a last resort.

 

All the best,

Michelle

 

http://www.holisticmenopause.com