5 Ways menopause affects your mental health & moods.

[@booklover6963]

I am very intolerant of noise. I mute all the commercials it is just so much jibber jabber it never occurred to me that it might be connected to menopause and I am anxious almost all the time. Thanks for the video it made me feel better ...

[@yvonneb-t3d]

I do the exact same thing.

[@ce3987]

That's is exactly how I feel! So glad you shared.

[@matildamaher111]

Yes the noise can be so overwhelming. I went to watch a movie at the cinema with a friend, I had to leave three times to get a break from the sound.

[@honey5269]

I get super annoyed by the sound of krinkely wrappers. If someone next to me at thevstore is handling an item wrapped in noisy plastic it makes me wan to jump to the roof. Another symptom is that I used to enjoy doing crafts like adult coloring or playing piano. Now I am disinterested in those activities. I also often find it hard to swallow even tiny amounts of food. I need big gulps of water now to push down the food that seems to get stuck in my throat. I have other menopausal symptoms too many to list here. Seriously, we should all get some kund of medal or reward for putting up with menopause. 😅

[@booklover6963]

@@honey5269 Have you had the food problem checked by a doctor ? It sounds concerning . Take care.

[@Anyakolokol]

May every one of you have peace, love, and strength. We're not alone! God is with us every step of the way. I believe this with all my heart!

[@rebeccak85]

👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻🙏🏻

[@ajeedapoetreincarnatedquee1431]

Amen

[@BarbaraClayArtisticsoulwithin]

O my goodness.Thank you so much for this video. I just talked to my doctor about feeling off. I felt foggy and sluggish. I was feeling almost everything you mentioned. The doctor said that it's probably from stress, and she kind of brushed it off. After the appointment, I got into the car, and my husband asked what I wanted to eat for dinner, and I just cried because I couldn't make any decisions. My husband calmed me down and told me that it was OK. I ended up just pointing to a restaurant that we had never been to before. I told my husband that I didn't want to make any more decisions. Right now, I am on a mental vacation. I don't know nothing. I don't want to know nothing and please don't ask me anything because I just don't know. My 48th birthday is next week. All I want for my birthday is a lot of blankets that I can live under until the world stops spinning😂 After watching this video I understand a lot more of what is going on. Your video really helped me a lot. I understand that this is "normal" and everything is OK. I really needed this video today. Thank you❤❤❤

[@NaturalHealingAlchemist]

I turned 42 in May and have been steadily going into a scary downward spiral 🥴 since I was 38. These last 16 months have been the worst. I’ve been trying everything natural under the sun ☀️ to help myself and I completely understand how you feel. Making decisions can be so difficult when you’re having so much trouble just trying to make it thru the day or heck even just the next hour! 🤗 💪🏻

[@stacyhamilton1421]

If you can take HRT when your periods stop, please look into it. I wasted 10 years of my life because I didn't take my doctors advice. I'm better at 60, but 48 is when things started. Best wishes ❤️

[@rockymom624]

I just turned 48 and I understand the decision fatigue, especially about dinner! Do we really have to eat every day???

[@sabine3769]

Yes it is

[@helendayle6502]

Anxiety + Being a caregiver +2 deaths of close loved ones this year + depression on top of changing hormones. When it rains, it pours.

[@KariAnneWright]

🥺

[@NaturalHealingAlchemist]

💯 U R Not Alone!!! 💪🏻

[@tammi67able]

God bless you I know that’s the truth once it rains it pours

[@lauradennis6985]

Hang in there. Give yourself plenty of grace. ❤

[@sjtalksandlife]

Feel you I've been helping to care for my mother and I'm disabled too, and dealing with post menopause..including anxiety..😩

[@cuddlesanddaisy]

I can relate to avoiding negative and troublesome people!

[@geraldinecoupland4162]

👏👌🏻 spot on, hence why I’ve withdrawn from friends, family & life x

[@Maddie9185]

For me HRT was the solution it solved a lot of the anxiety, overthinking and fear. I am much happier now.

[@Karikk72]

My HRT is taking a while to kick in. They told me it would because my hormone levels were pretty much non existent for at least three years. So it takes longer to fill our empty bucket. Really hope it fills quick. I need some relief

[@ameliahenderson4955]

I had debilitating anxiety, depression, and apathy for 5 years. I thought I was crazy and so did everyone else. I had no idea it was perimenopause. I suffered immensely and so did everyone around me. If only I had known then I would have taken HRT. Anyway, I am on the other side of it now and feel like I was born again. I put in a lot of hard work and am happier than I’ve ever been at 48 years old. I have so much gratitude for everything. I really wish I had been prepared for the menopausal period, because knowledge is power. ❤

[@SMFR224]

Thank you for that ray of hope!

[@VanessaSimon26]

Thank you for sharing! I need HRT now! Clinical depression and anxiety. I am crying all the time. Can barely get out of bed! 47 and zero joy. I hope HRT HELPS!

[@jean6460]

What helped you get better?

[@ReneeFitch]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! How did you make it through? I still struggle every day. It’s so horrible and debilitating.

[@gregsgirl23au]

Im suffering with anxiety and sometimes panic attacks. I worry about my husband and my dog because they are my world and myself too and our health and wellbeing. Ive come up with a "coping master list" i have a list of things to help me and i choose one or more from my list if im struggling. Could be anything from a workout, a walk in nature, a cup of chamomile tea, rescue remedy drops, a lie down on my acupressure mat or listening to some birdsong, beach sounds etc on KZbin. I also try to live in the moment and stay in my lane and avoid negative and toxic people. Sending everyone going through peri, menopause and post menopause lots of love 💕

[@renayusufova4584]

Where did you get this acupressure mat, please?

[@stacyhamilton1421]

​@renayusufova4584 I have a mat and I bought it on Amazon. I lay on it almost every night.

[@sassysashy9577]

Yes the anxiety is awful, comes and goes , and the ocd it’s all exhausting

[@KariAnneWright]

🥺

[@visam28]

I didn't realize I was in perimenopause last year at this time. I had repeated panic attacks and fear of panic attacks also went to the hospital. The extreme heat we are currently having Triggers the symptoms. I'm also having horrible depression.

[@KariAnneWright]

I’m sorry to hear that. Sending love and wishing you well.

[@reachhonduras8955]

Have you sought out a doctor to help you? I had to. The couldn’t continue in the state I was in. Severe depression and anxiety. Praying for you.

[@visam28]

@@reachhonduras8955 Thank you I appreciate that! I got the anxiety under control but the depression is very rough. I don't really resonate with taking pharmaceuticals because of the side effects but I need to find some holistic method for sure.

[@visam28]

@@KariAnneWright Thank You!

[@reachhonduras8955]

About your last point (apathy), I think apathy creeps in because our brains have changed through the menopause process and our minds know, intuitively, that we are in the third stage of life, which strips away the trivial, unimportant things, and we become more grounded in our thoughts and do not want to waste energy on things we know we can’t change. Plus, we know we don’t have to impress anyone. We can just be free to be ourselves.

[@tammyclark6615]

💯

[@pattycake8272]

I hate my life and the people in it, but most days i cant live WITHOUT them.

[@KariAnneWright]

😔

[@sussannekeith5676]

Had that feeling for no reason.😮

[@carolynrose4525]

Thank you for this. I have had a really rough day. Panic attack was pretty bad about an hr ago. This video came at the best time.

[@tammi67able]

Went through that in my 40’s and didn’t know what the heck was happening to me

[@KariAnneWright]

🥺

[@badams-nm8bc]

You are an angel on earth. I feel less crazy after I watch your videos. On behalf of all women I thank you immensely ❤❤❤

[@KariAnneWright]

❤️

[@rebeccaknight8249]

I watch a movie or tv show and just get bored easily. Things don’t keep my attention all the time. I get frustrated very easily now. People annoy me all the time. In peri-menopause definitely getting closer to menopause. Having more hot flashes and shorter periods.

[@reachhonduras8955]

I know what you mean. I’ve come to determine that maybe movies are boring now because we’ve been watching them for years and know all of the plot twists. It’s like...there’s nothing new to discover. It’s like life on repeat and not much excitement anymore, if that makes sense.

[@Karikk72]

Totally relate

[@connielaws1674]

This whole entire thing is sooooo my life right now. Thank you Kari for talking about this.😢

[@roopalivirk8326]

Yes, it started with panic attacks and anxiety, I felt dry mouth as a major concern, it went on for about an year and now it’s much better or may be I’ve learnt how to cope with it. Thanks a ton for the info Kari, your videos are a life saver ❤

[@Karikk72]

Anyone else wake up with anxiety ??? Like what the heck. ?? 😢

[@KariAnneWright]

That is usually cortisol spiking too high. Morning anxiety is a symptom.

[@jean6460]

@@KariAnneWrightyes, my anxiety expert counselor said cortisol tends to peak in the morning.

[@amarie504]

Yes all the time 😢

[@reachhonduras8955]

Perimenopause and Menopause can be so tough on mental health. It can be overwhelming and scary for some women. I suggest watching Dr. Lisa Mosconi here on KZbin, and reading her book, “The Menopause Brain”. So eye-opening regarding the changes going on in our brains. MANY doctors do not know what is happening to women during menopause!

[@tammyclark6615]

Thank you for sharing this information, I’ll definitely check it out. My doctor, who is female but too young to have experienced menopause yet, tells me the symptoms are a “new normal” that I need to get used to. I’m not accepting that.

[@Karikk72]

No one has the right to tell us we should feel fine and normal . So unfair. This has been one of the hardest things I have gone thru. A depletion of hormones is awful. Our bodies need them to function properly

[@lmddavis7748]

This is sooo true! I can't stand when my husband chews gum lol. My OCD did get worse in menopause. Also, the driving thing is totally me. I'm worse than a backseat driver.

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@sixteezchild]

I can so relate to the "being anxious" about being anxious!!! The anxiety for me started in 2012, I was 50, and it was one of my toughest years. I just never got rid of that anxiety and it kept piling on! I am doing better now, 12 years later. MUCH better than I have in the last few years. I don't make myself anxious too much anymore, but I do still get anxiety. Would be wonderful to finally just wear it out!

[@Mamarita3333]

Omg I’m so glad I found you and subscribed! You described me 100% totally me! Everything you said is me!!!!! Wow! Now I know what it is! I’m 55

[@patricemcdonald9433]

Spot on Kari!!! Apathy, lack of motivation and general depression. Daily struggles tell you.

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@sjtalksandlife]

My motivation is in the toilet..🚽😩

[@crystalgiuriceo808]

I certainly have experience with all. With anxiety one of the things I have found that has helped is having a favorite tv show (old or new) that I can relate to or just feel comforted by and watch the episodes as many times as I need to. For me it's Seinfeld. At his point I know it line by line, facial expressions, etc. 😂 It helps divert attention away from what's running through my head, gets me breathing normally again, and the fear lessens. Thank goodness for Netflix!

[@NaturalHealingAlchemist]

📺 Mine is The Golden girls. I should be in the Guinness book of world records for the amount 😲of times I go thru all 7 seasons several times a year 😂!

[@crystalgiuriceo808]

@@NaturalHealingAlchemist don't you feel we should be receiving some sort of royalties at this point?! 😂💵

[@mclemay6703]

I’ve started taking liquid magnesium and liquid minerals. (Re-Mag and Re-Myte brand) I take it in a large water bottle with 1 Tbs of apple cider vinegar, daily. It has helped me tremendously! I sleep better. My stress levels are more manageable. And I have far more energy than I did. And the best thing is my menopause symptoms, including hot flashes, are extremely mild. Since I started exercising by walking and lifting weights last month (in my home) my hot flashes have completely stopped!😅 I think the combination has been key. Thank you Kari for all your input. It’s encouraging that we’re not going through this alone.

[@lmddavis7748]

I take magnesium glycinate but I still wake up at 4am certain times of month. Ugh, so annoying.

[@kimhodgson1748]

Do you take HRT?

[@sharcerv74]

For me, it's the anxiety and the host of symptoms that accompany it. There are a litany of other symptoms that anxiety causes, and I seem to experience a lot of them. I wake up wired and tired, finding it hard to get through the day. Usually, for me, my symptoms tend to wane as the night comes. Thank God for that.

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@reachhonduras8955]

I am in the same boat. It’s hard for me in the mornings.

[@Karikk72]

Me too ! Things are always better once I get home from work

[@aideenugent7543]

Same here. Mornings are my hardest.

[@Karikk72]

Wake up with anxiety! How is that even possible ?? Hate it

[@solya1899]

Thank you so much for this video. For me anxiety triggers apathy. I get so depleted from worrying about everything that I can`t care about things after a while. Fear of panic attacks and the attacks themselves make me also incapable of caring about anything else. Since I started watching your videos, I am much more aware of my psych health and can manage these issues much better. 🙏 I know now, that I am not crazy, useless or a "bad person". 💖

[@JeanineLaMonica_fem]

Perfect timing, in menopause now and experiencing all of the aforementioned issues; I had none of them six months ago. Thank you for making this video. To answer your question about annoying people, is it you or the world, it's the world. 🌎

[@KariAnneWright]

That’s what I thought!😁

[@francesthompson1324]

These past four months have been the hardest. Is the nausea at 50 part of it? Overstressed and yes, peopling has been rough. Nobody seems to understand with the hormones being "normal" and all. Thank you, Ladies. Better health to us All❤

[@hollie5467]

This gives me hope it calms

[@sjtalksandlife]

I'm a worry wart to begin with, and I overthink. I got to pray about it. Lately I've been worried about skin cancer..😩

[@KariAnneWright]

@@sjtalksandlife 😢

[@loribakergirl6438]

This is spot on for me in perimenopause!! On so many points…

[@karenhackney9920]

I’m taking a parasympathetic course online. It’s put out by a psychologist. I watch videos that are exercises during the week. Then I do an online group meeting with others. This has helped calm me down a great deal, I highly recommend this to anyone who is constantly in “fight or flight”/sympathetic.

[@tammyclark6615]

Can you share the name of the course? Thank you!

[@rain7bow437]

I just cannot stop crying. It will start for absolutely no reason. It goes on for days on end.😮

[@KariAnneWright]

@@rain7bow437 The hormone swings can really affect us. Sending love.

[@mayLibertyprevail1a]

This is spot on--very relatable! I was actually discussing this topic today with my son, who is a supervisor and manages several middle aged women whose behavior & concerns he has been struggling to understand. I shared with him some of the things I have learned from your videos as well as my own experiences, to shed some light on these issues for him. I know he'll be a little more sympathetic & understanding boss as a result, so thank you for that, Kari!

[@JMV1110]

Once again Kari you've helped me connect the dots, when I was in my 40's out of nowhere I suffered a few panic attacks. I couldn't believe that hard faced me could have them and thought I was going mad. I never got them looked at. They were full on and I could barely breath. I never thought about it at the time that it might be Peri Menopause. Thankyou Kari.

[@Karikk72]

Always love your videos ! Always seem to come at the right time. Never had anxiety until menopause and it has kicked my hiney. Hate everything about anxiety.

[@KariAnneWright]

Anxiety has been troublesome for me too.

[@WendyDaneri]

Oh my goodness Kari, you are sure describing me! 💯The one picking the second item from the shelf’s and packing items in sets of 4. 😂Anxiety, panic attacks, palpitations most definitely OCD too and list is endless. I check the front door and the stove knobs constantly. I actually thought I am Loosing my mind. The sad part 😢is only the beginning stages is peri menopause. Your videos have help me navigate thru this changes. Doctors diminished you they say “it’s all in your head” thanks God for you! Much blessings to you! 🙏🏽

[@KariAnneWright]

I repeatedly check the door and stove too!🤷‍♀️😏

[@Karikk72]

It is definitely not all in your head. We need our hormones to function properly. I check the stove, fridge door, wallet for card credit…ugh !!!

[@felicitygrace5113]

I have become very intolerant of noise as well. Though I have always enjoyed silence and quiet.

[@toomanypetsful]

I appreciate these videos, Kari. Especially the mental health ones. My relatives think I'm full of crap and need to "get over it." No empathy or sympathy at all from them. If anything, they have no problem talking about what a B word I am.

[@KariAnneWright]

🥺

[@reachhonduras8955]

Sounds like you need new relatives! I’m so sorry they’re not compassionate.

[@toomanypetsful]

@@reachhonduras8955 Thank you 😊 🙏

[@Karikk72]

“Get over it”? Wow I am so sorry. We wish we could! This menopause is a beast and pure hell.

[@matildamaher111]

Got my cycle after 52 days. The anxiety surely creeped in

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@Karikk72]

Anxiety is just the worst. I hate it

[@TammyAdams-ge6ti]

Thank you sweetheart you are the best.You have help this girl so much. I am glad i am not crazy 😊 this video was right on time. God bless you . Tammy A.

[@KariAnneWright]

God bless you too!

[@vickyarcilla9745]

I really appreciate you Kari because watching your video’s makes me feel better. Keep it up 👍

[@KariAnneWright]

❤️

[@sussannekeith5676]

Best explanation yet on Menopause… ❤❤❤

[@jennifergreene9921]

This is all so relatable. I’m 49 and experiencing all of this. It’s very difficult to explain this to friends and family who have never gone through it. Feels very isolating so I really appreciative these videos and this community. Thank you!

[@princessjenja]

Thank you for sharing this important information. A lot of us are struggling and just need to know that we are not alone.

[@Salena316]

Our superhero 🦸🏾‍♀️ speaking on things our MDs don't want to touch, I checked off so many things you spoke on in this short and to the point video, I started taking a multivitamin which helped the panic attacks, I still have anxiety, hair loss is what I'm going through now, but that's probably because of the anxiety and panic attacks 😢 I appreciate your videos so much

[@aideenugent7543]

Hi! Thank you for the video. Anxiety, worriness, stress, large crowds and driving far. I can’t do freeways anymore. I feel my worst when I’m starting my irregular periods and when I’m finishing them. All these symptoms kick in and I feel horrible. I cry a lot too. I was diagnosed with costochondritis so that makes me more anxious when I’m in pain around my chest area. Ugh! Two years into perimenpause and it has changed my life. 😢 Bless you Kari for all your videos and helping us get through this. ❤

[@KariAnneWright]

I have costochondritis too. It can be upsetting when it acts up. Bless you too!

[@aideenugent7543]

@@KariAnneWright Thank you! I know I’m not alone.

[@aideenugent7543]

@@KariAnneWright what do you do to help with it?

[@KariAnneWright]

@@aideenugent7543 I eat a fairly clean diet to keep general inflammation down but I don’t do anything specific for the costochondritis.

[@aideenugent7543]

@@KariAnneWright thank you.

[@mariakarabatou6981]

Thank you so so much for your videos!!! My world is upside down almost the last 2 years. I am becoming 52 in August . 2 years of visiting all kind of doctors trying to find what is wrong with me. Plus that I have MS last 8 years...but Thank God this is well controlled. When I see your videos I feel that you are the only one who can understand what I am going through. From 100 perimenopause symptoms I think I have at least half of them. 😢. Please keep making such content...it is really helpful 😊.

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@woodlandlady7011]

Thank you, Kari for always being there❤

[@reachhonduras8955]

I recently heard that if you can’t do hormone replacement therapy, anti-depressants can help tremendously with hot flashes, night sweats, and anxiety. The sweet spot, as far as dosage, is 7.5 milligrams daily. Something about the anti-depressants helps the hippocampus or the hypothalamus, (can’t remember which one) that affects temperature regulation in the body. I’ve been doing tons of research on this stuff, because I can’t do hormone replacement therapy due to a genetic birth condition. (Some women take the anti-depressant even if they’re not depressed, just to help with the hot flashes and anxiety.)

[@louisegingras2634]

I'm taking Pristiq antidepressant and it doesn't help with my anxiety. Which one are you taking?

[@reachhonduras8955]

I am on Escitalopram, 7.5 mg daily. It’s an SSRI (Selective Serotonin Re-Uptake Inhibitor) that treats depression and general anxiety. I looked up Pristiq, and it’s slightly different. Here’s what it says: “Pristiq is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs).“ So, it looks like Pristiq may only target depression. It’s an SNRI. It’s possible to take an anti-anxiety, low dose, like Alprazolam, along with your anti-depressant (Pristiq). Or you could ask your doctor and see if you can switch to an SSRI, like Escitalopram. It also goes by the name Lexapro, I believe.

[@rebeccaw1772]

I take a low dose Clonazapam as needed, not everyday and it’s a life saver for me because I don’t want a pill every day and it works immediately

[@reachhonduras8955]

I was on Alprazolam for a while but determined I didn’t need it anymore. Just four months. I never thought I would be on this type of medication, but here I am. Thanks, Menopause!

[@ElizabethSmith-nk2jg]

Be careful with antidepressants ladies! They can be habit forming. And a booger to get off of. I took celexa 40mg for 12 years. Withdrawals were a nightmare that lasted several months! I wish someone had told me the risks.

[@wild8910]

oh my god, I'm sitting here in tears right now because your videos are the first thing to validate how I am feeling. The sudden fear of driving you mentioned. This has been huge for me. Thank you!

[@KariAnneWright]

@@wild8910 🥺

[@cheryl9208]

Just wanted to say a huge thank you. You make a difficult time so much more manageable. I've watched so many of your videos. It's so reassuring to hear I'm not going through this hell alone, you make me feel like I'm still in there and not losing my mind. I really can't put my gratitude into enough words. Thank you so, so much. Wishing you love and happiness for the future 😊

[@KariAnneWright]

❤️

[@Karikk72]

I agree !!!! It is hell. I say that I am living in my own personal hell every single day 😢

[@idakate7]

I love how you act this out! You could totally be an actress!

[@sussannekeith5676]

Omg the apathy for certain things is so real and I have never been a lazy woman. I went into menopause while my sister underwent cancer treatment… for 6 months… the stress almost got me. After she passed I was dealing with grief and menopause…. 😮

[@KariAnneWright]

I’m sorry for your loss. Sending love.

[@nikipete8553]

I feel seen, finally. Thank you

[@jenh4223]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@patsynarine8655]

Thank you very much to no what's going on with myself everything you mentioned is me I feel much better to no what happening ❤ from Trinidad ❤

[@sharoncoles3259]

Thank you so much for this Kari, yes to it all, but listening tobyou makes me feel better, ❤❤❤

[@jenniferirwin82]

Thank you, thank you. I thought I was going crazy. It’s a part of perimenopause.

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

I enjoy your videos, they are so informative. I'm post and like I've said before I was in graduate school while I was menopausing so I don't recall what was stress from school or the life change. You'll get a kick out of this: The heroine in my Fan Fic is going through it and her younger lover calls her hot flashes 'power surges' because that's what I used to call mine.

[@cherylkar1902]

Wow ! This is me in a nut shell ! Thank you, Kari Anne.❤

[@Loveinlife44-w6b]

Hi Beautiful so true .Thanks for the information you explain everything to the tea

[@LoriBreske-f9d]

I appreciate your videos. Yes Ive had many of these

[@barbarahilken]

Thank you - yes can relate 😊

[@francesthompson1324]

Thank you so much. So nauseated this am. Happy Friday, Ms. Kari. You help so much. 💜💐

[@Karikk72]

I get nausea too

[@dianbrown3338]

I thank God for you your video been the best support from day one never know what was happening to me until watching them about menopause my life is not the same since few years ago trying to be alive with all these symptoms and been alone sometimes am wondering if am going mentally, praying to God for a turn around and feeling better thanks again very much for enlightening us as women

[@KariAnneWright]

Happy to help! Wishing you well!

[@HomeEcSewing]

YES!! Thank you!

[@gabrielemcnicholl6174]

I am post menopause and still feel those creepy crawling feeling on my skin and hair. Some nights I can’t sleep because I am convienced someone is breaking in our house, and check the whole house and no one is there. Most of the symptoms you have I have them too, and it is really creepy and unsettling. I don’t even say anything to my doctore anymore the just look at me funny and who knows white kind of story they write about me in their charting. If another doctore reads that they don’t take you serious anymore no matter what yous say. When my doctor goes in holiday and another one takes over the just read about you and not take you serios because it say that I am practically wako…

[@KariAnneWright]

😔

[@sw8640]

Thank you for your videos. They help show there is hope out there. My Dr has just put me on prozac to help control most of the symptoms you just mentioned. I hate the thought of relying on medication but at this point I'll try anything.

[@Dannib1476]

Has anyone tried wild yam cream for peri menopause

[@RobertIngles-f2o]

thank you for this sometimes i think in going mad i have pains in my arm and think im going to die of a heart attack im so afried sometimes of every thing i think menopause has bought out health anxiety i have high blood pressure and a heitus hernia to deal with has well has the menopause

[@KariAnneWright]

The arm and chest pain and palpitations terrify all menopausal women. Have the basic heart tests done to alleviate some anxiety and make sure you’re well.

[@Karikk72]

Yes see docs and rule stuff out. Still gives me anxiety even after ruling stuff out though 😢

[@victoriaLL345]

Thank you for this.

[@clearahenderson9339]

We love you so much Thanks god blessed you I’m pre- one year now

[@KariAnneWright]

@@clearahenderson9339 God bless you too!❤️

[@dharshini9060]

Thank you so much Mam ! Loved your videos ❤

[@patriciapyper4617]

What about high blood pressure ❤ thank you for this video ♥️🌹

[@KariAnneWright]

High blood can happen and should be checked.

[@kyarichards2894]

The trouble is, when working full time, there's no time for these feelings. No-one cares. They have to be stuffed down.

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@Karikk72]

I care about yu! I know this can all feel so isolating and lonely. It’s a hard thing to explain to others how we feel.

[@eringarceau3752]

I have horrible 🥘 c attacks driving on highway, and happened out of nowhere

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@eringarceau3752]

@@KariAnneWright And magnesium helps a lot of people. However, I'm epileptic so I can't take really any prescribed medication or even a lot of natural medications like magnesium because it can block out my seizure meds so it makes it even more frustrating

[@KariAnneWright]

@@eringarceau3752 I’m sorry to hear that. Wishing you well.

[@MaryJane-nf7yv]

Thank you!!

[@sabbys7750]

My thing is smells... I have such a sensitive nose. 🙄🙄🙄

[@NaturalHealingAlchemist]

💯

[@Karikk72]

Me too

[@stacyhamilton1421]

My anxiety has settled down at 60 except for medical anxiety. Am I the only one that has this??? It started with menopause when they bounced me from doctor to doctor. I was diagnosed with Hashimotos and that just piled on more fear. Now I don't trust doctors and avoid them as much as possible. If someone has figured out a solution for medical fear, please let me know.

[@KariAnneWright]

Health anxiety is very common in menopause. There is so much happening in the body and doctors are often little help.

[@stacyhamilton1421]

@KariAnneWright yes, unfortunately, they are not trained on menopause. Our medical system is built on testing and prescribing pills. Thank goodness for KZbin and channels like yours.

[@maricristarenio8756]

Tnx Kari 💞❤️🙏

[@sjtalksandlife]

I feel like I'm losing my mind At times..😩

[@KariAnneWright]

🥺

[@Forestgreenflicka]

Hi! At what age did you all start experiencing hot flashes if at all? Had your periods ceased? Thanks!

[@Karikk72]

Late 40’s for me. Had a partial hysterectomy when I was 42. Told doctor about three years ago ( I am 52 now) that I was feeling off, hot flashes, tired etc. He tested my hormones and said nope yu are fine. Well clearly I am not. Three years later and hormones are at zero. That is bad!!! Started HRT and waiting for some relief. It will take longer for me to fill my “empty hormone bucket” since they were so depleted. I look forward to the day I feel good again.

[@KariAnneWright]

I sometimes overheat but I haven’t had an issue with hot flashes(knock on wood).

[@suededogs9670]

I managed to go to my first yoga lesson last night wow since like before lockdown ( my anxiety got so bad i would have a panic attack afterwards. ) I was okay you know ? Do you get the feeling everyone's answer to menopause is to be 8 stone and fit as a fiddle? I am so rough again. I must be dying of something. 8 years in to peri menopause, anxiety Disorder all the way. I don't know what is anxiety and what is menopause anymore. I am a good girl and I drag myself into work for a 40hr week , cos you know I am on my own ,husband dead , I white knuckle it thru work daily feeling like poop 💩 that's the rub about it , there is NO HOPE. You give up.

[@KariAnneWright]

I think the majority of us are not 115 pounds and fit as a fiddle although I am trying. I’m stuck at 137 pounds right now. I honestly don’t know how you work full time out in the wild. You’re stronger than you think. I have to work from home.

[@Karikk72]

I can relate. I just fight thru my work day. Sucks. I’m riddled with the anxiety and feeling like crap all day. Can’t wait to get home.

[@Karikk72]

I’m also so tired of people saying to just get more sleep, eat right and exercise. Yes we know ! We do that but that doesn’t help the absence of hormones.

[@Karikk72]

I fight my way thru the work day riddled with anxiety and feeling like crap. Can’t wait to get home

[@reachhonduras8955]

I can’t watch the news anymore. In addition, I constantly smell Tabasco sauce in the air. And we don’t use it.

[@Karikk72]

I always smell pine sol and don’t use it. 😮

[@reachhonduras8955]

😂

[@karintraut8151]

Lead 😂😂😂😂

[@patriciapyper4617]

What causes you till shacky hands hope you are doing well ♥️🌹 thank you ❤🌹

[@KariAnneWright]

It could be low blood sugar but it could be other things as well. The doctor would have to assess you.

[@amygschwind1643]

How long does this go on? How do I know when I am through the storm? This is awful!!

[@KariAnneWright]

@@amygschwind1643 I wish there was an exact end date. It is awful!

[@Contessa998]

I take DRUGS for anxiety. Would be dead without them. Thanks big pharma for once! Lol

[@louisegingras2634]

Which one are you taking

[@jenniferverwiel2244]

Drugs have helped me too. Some depression. And LOTS of anxiety. Sertraline, 100 mg.

[@Contessa998]

@@louisegingras2634 Klonopin 2.5 mg as needed. Tiny dose as I’m very sensitive. Brand name only…..but there are many others. Best wishes 🙏

[@Contessa998]

@@louisegingras2634 Klonopin 2.5 mg. Brand name only. I take it as needed 2.5 mg is a tiny dose

[@Contessa998]

@@louisegingras2634 Klonopin tiny dose 2.5 mg

[@mandiehague3569]

Does this mean if you already suffer from these things they are multiplied? Cause I'm not doing well.

[@KariAnneWright]

If you already deal with certain mental health issues they can become heightened in menopause.

[@mandiehague3569]

@@KariAnneWright I was starting to think that.

[@VeronicaDavis-wf3yu]

Nausea!!!

[@KariAnneWright]

😔

[@Karikk72]

Me too

[@swild3634]

Does anyone know if perimenopause can affect your nose/ sinuses? Post-nasal drip? Bridge of nose hurts all the time but no cold symptoms at all…had 3 lots of antibiotics and it just comes back 😭

[@KariAnneWright]

My nose constantly drips. It’s annoying!

[@swild3634]

@@KariAnneWright oh really, that’s interesting. I know hormones can effect your nose when your pregnant too 🌷

[@bichon4843]

52 yrs old fear worry overthinking haysss

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@VeronicaDavis-wf3yu]

Ive had physical symptoms weakness in arms and hands. Neurologist wanted to give me anxiety meds.

[@KariAnneWright]

🥺

[@Karikk72]

Oh my gosh… these doctors and their anxiety meds. Frustrating

[@khadijabeg4319]

Try to divert ur self it will helps u I'm doing the same

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

🎉🎉FIRST🎉🎉

[@Karikk72]

Anyone else struggle with lightheadedness? Neurologist says I am fine after tests. Audiologist says all good! ENT says all good! So what the heck ? Lightheaded is awful

[@KariAnneWright]

Dizziness and lightheadedness are common symptoms. If the doctors say you’re otherwise healthy it might be hormonal.

[@sunflower7045]

Typing this with tears in my eyes. The timing is uncanny. Perimenopause has taken my quality of life from me. Hot flashes and fatigue have ruined everything. I’m not a candidate for HRT and I’m just so sick in my heart. I don’t likely have that many years left and I often wonder if this is the best I get with what remains. Sure wish something could fix all this. 😢

[@KariAnneWright]

Hugs! I can’t use hrt either. Diet, strength training, 2 liquid collagens, a trebiotic, viramin d, b12 and magnesium and as much sleep as I can get are what get me through feeling about 65 to 75%. It’s a big improvement and I’ll take it.

[@reachhonduras8955]

Hang in there! Read my comment below. There is help out there for you.

[@beckyrouse8033]

You are not alone. I had to read my Bible everyday to remember that it is okay, to not be okay.

[@ameliahenderson4955]

I was where you are a few years ago. It was devastating, but somehow I am now happier than I’ve ever been in my life. I made a lot of changes in my life and the hardest part was actually just taking the first step. I reached out to any and everyone for help. At that time, I had no idea it was menopause. I am now 2 years post. Unfortunately, I think you have to get through the hormonal fluctuations. I found the non hormonal drug, Veozah, for my hot flashes and it has been life changing. I renewed my relationship with God, did therapy, took up exercise and the amount of love I have for life is mind boggling. I literally thought I was dying for 5 years straight. I pray that this gives you hope. This is not your fault. Best wishes from a menopause survivor ❤

[@sarahboan8756]

Im not ok 😢 i am just not anymore

[@KariAnneWright]

@@sarahboan8756 🥺

[@sarahboan8756]

@KariAnneWright I am on bhrt, testosterone and progesterone. It helps a little. I have an appointment with a psychiatrist in about a week and I hope they understand that this anxiety isn't normal, these panic attacks last for hours and hours and the apathy is difficult. I do try to be greatful for everything I have and everyone I care about I am greatful for but I am in perimenopause so I am not even close to being done with menopause. I appreciate your videos because even my horomone Dr doesn't talk about symptoms other than weight gain and fatigue. What's strange is I didn't have a lack of estrogen, I had estrogen dominance. I don't fully understand what that means. The lack of estrogen is talked about but not the lack of testosterone like I experienced. It was almost 0 when I started treatment. This has to end eventually right?

[@KariAnneWright]

@@sarahboan8756 Estrogen dominance is common in perimenopause because progesterone is the first hormone to drop throwing off the balance between progesterone and estrogen making estrogen high. I’m sorry you’re struggling. Hrt can take some tweaking to get the dosage right. I also assume that the doctor has run some blood work at the very least to rule out other issues? Sending love.

[@sarahboan8756]

@KariAnneWright thank you. Yes I've had everything tested. I'm hoping it's something easy to figure out. I'm due for another bloodwork panel and I am hoping they can see what's making me feel like this. God bless and ty for your videos.

[@KariAnneWright]

@@sarahboan8756 God bless you too!